Workplace stress is significantly impacting the menstrual health of working women, according to a leading gynaecologist. Chronic stress leads to elevated cortisol levels, which disrupt the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis responsible for regulating ovulation and menstruation. This hormonal imbalance can result in irregular, deferred, or absent periods, a growing concern among women balancing careers and personal obligations. Experts emphasize the importance of recognizing this link to restore hormonal balance and protect long-term reproductive health.