Can You Still Ovulate And Get Pregnant If You Don't Have A Menstrual Cycle In Over 6 Months?

Yes.

But obviously the odds of getting pregnant depend on a few factors.

Did the woman have unprotected or poorly protected sex?

Why haven't menstrual cycles been occurring? If it's because of breastfeeding (lactational amenhorrea) then the odds are high of no ovulation occurring before a period happens.

Periods get erratic in frequency during the menopause, too. It's almost impossible for a woman to get pregnant at this time in life.

Hysterectomy can prevent periods, too. Already being pregnant and having a hysterectomy (when the womb is surgically remove) are the only 100% (virtually) sure ways to prevent pregnancy.

Poor nutritional status, like anorexia, provides little protection against ovulation.

Some hormonal methods of contraception. like the IUD or Depo Provera (hormonal jabs that last 3 months) can prevent periods. These would make it very unlikely a woman could get pregnant.

Some medications can prevent ovulation and periods. These are not 100% foolproof.

Best thing to do is just get a test. Buy one in a chemist or visit a family planning clinic (free).

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