I'm 14 and I started my period about 2 years ago. I was having a regular cycle for awhile, until I lost some weight. I lost about 10 pounds just by switching to healthier foods, and jogging. I have a normal/healthy bmi, but I havn't gotten my period for 3 months..should I be worried?
2006-06-10 16:15:14 · 11 answers · asked by Sonya 5 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Sometimes when women don't weight enough, they won't get their period. It's common for athletes--especially female gymnasts--to have this happen. You might want to check with your doctor to make sure that your diet and exercise are appropriate for you. Eliminating all fat from your diet isn't good, the body needs some fat to function, and fat is necessary to cushion your internal organs to make sure they aren't harmed while you go about your normal daily activities.
You may be just fine and healthy, but then again you may need to adjust your diet to include a few more calories.
Being underweight and exercising too much can be just as dangerous as being overweight and never exercising.
2006-06-10 16:22:08 · answer #1 · answered by Tray 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes when female athletes push themselves too hard they lose their cycles. It's not healthy or unhealthy, but if you're pushing yourself really hard with the jogging, try letting up a little. Give your body a few weeks to sort things out, but if you haven't gotten it by then, see your doctor.
2006-06-10 23:25:01 · answer #2 · answered by akatd 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They say this is one of the most common causes of not having your period for a little while. I'm sure it's the lifestyle change for you. A lot of women athletes or other active women have very spaced out periods.
2006-06-10 23:26:26 · answer #3 · answered by Nic 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well maybe you loosing the weight made your cycle irregular! are you undeweight now?
but I think you should just go to the doctor and make sure you're mom/guardian is aware of this! I would be freaked out!
2006-06-10 23:40:23 · answer #4 · answered by .... 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wait 1 more month than see a doctor i was underweight for a while and same thing happened but keep up the healthy lifestyle
2006-06-11 00:24:55 · answer #5 · answered by madeline_hurley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Changing your eating habits and jogging can cause an effect on
having your period,it's common,but keep a close eye on it and mark it on the calendar.
2006-06-10 23:24:24 · answer #6 · answered by Linda R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably changed your cycle by losing weight so give it a month or so to even out,, but if it doesn't,, u should definitely see the doc
2006-06-10 23:17:49 · answer #7 · answered by annie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you should be worried as long as you are living a healthy lifestyle. If you don't get your period soon, however, you should probably discuss it with your doctor.
2006-06-10 23:21:07 · answer #8 · answered by brains 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you need to see a doctor.
2006-06-10 23:19:17 · answer #9 · answered by Mom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nope just be happy that u lose pounds!!! lolz
2006-06-10 23:16:54 · answer #10 · answered by Abercrombie_Cutiee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋