menstrual period?

Question

I got my menstrual period for about 3 months when I was around 15 and then its stopped for a whole year. From then on, I have been getting it like every 2, 3, 4, 5 months, and now Im 19. I went to the doctor, but all she said was "keep a record of your menstrual period and bring it back" and from then on, nothing. Im actually worried bcuz some ppl say i can get a tumor or something bcuz of it. Can anyone give me some advice? The few times I get my menstrual period, its normal, I get cramps (not that bad) and I get it for a whole week, but then it stops for months!

Well my mom did have surgery like 5 years ago, she had an ovary removed because of a cyst. First thing I'll do tomorrow will be to get an appointment w and obgyn. And thanks for taking ur time to give me some advice :). OH, whenever Im about to get my period, its weird but funny because instead of getting regular cramps, my legs get all numb and hurt.

Answer 1

There might be a deeper problem, your doctor probably wanted to see how irregular you were so that she/he may put you on the pill to regulate it...hence keeping track of when you get it. I suggest that you go to a gyno let them run some tests and take some swabs (for the sake of your sanity) and then you would know more...and be able to rectify the problem if there is any.
It could be a number of reasons, low iron, stress, a cyst? Check it out..

Answer 2

I too was irregular when I was your age. What helped me to get regular was to get on birth control. At one time I had a period every two weeks and they lasted at least a full week. Stress can cause irregular cycles as can other female problems. If your doctor has checked for any medical conditions and tests come back negative, ask for birth control to regulate your cycle. Keep in mind that if you get the shot or the implant that they can actually prevent your period. I worked with a lady that had the shots and she quit having periods for almost two years. I do recommend keeping a record of your cycle so that you can show your doctor that you do have an issue here. If she refuses to put you on the pill, try another doctor or Planned Parenthood. If you are experiencing any pain between periods or pain other than regular cramps, see a doctor immediately. Hang in there. I know it's frustrating.

Answer 3

My menstrual cycle was also the same way. When I went to the clinic, I got a checkup and found that I had an ovarian cyst which caused the delay in my cycle. Im not sure if that is what you may have but it is possible. Also, the doctor told me that it was normal for that to happen before she found the cyst. She said it was called Ahmenohrea. It is known as the delay in the menstrual cycles. I think you should make sure that there is nothing inside like a cyst or something else that is preventing it from coming regularly.

Answer 4

Did you go to a Regular/family doctor or a OB/GYN?

I would make an appointment with an OB/GYN and talk to them about this.

What is your mother's menstrual periods like, her mothers/sisters/aunts etc. your cousins????

Something in the family line could be indicated here or a pattern established.

I know that is MY dads side of the family there has been all sorts of MENSTRUAL/REPRODUCTION problems.

His sister ONLY had 1-2 periods a YEAR!!! (Lucky Her) Her daughters, my cousins had to be on Birth Control VERY EARLY 12/13 yrs old for various reasons.

I had my Right ovary removed and a cyst off the left one removed when I was 16. My sister has had a Hysterectomy.

My other cousins had various things go on Heavy periods, NO periods etc.

Answer 5

First off. If your gyno said just to keep track of your cycles and report back, obviously, he/she feels that there isn't anything to be overly concerned about. The chances of this being cancer-related at your age is slim at best.

A lot of other things can effect your cycle. Being to thin, for example, will actually stop you from getting your period - basically, your body doesn't want to waste the energy on it. You also might be someone, like me who even at the age of 26 is anything but regular for no real good reason. The only real pitfall of this is that it can be a little harder for women like us to conceive, because it's harder to figure out when we're actually ovulating.

One other, more cause of disrupted menstrual cycles is polycystic ovary (ovarian) syndrome. PCOS isn't always severe but can make life just a little more difficult. :) Your gyno at your next appointment will probably discuss this with you, so you may want to pre-emptively ask your female relatives if any of them have been diagnosed with PCOS or if they've ever had ovarian cysts.

Answer 6

I would suggest you to switch doctor. You should see an RE (reproductive endocronologist). I'm 24 now and am trying to conceive for over 3 years already. I waisted 2 years by a gynocologist that knew nothing!! and then when I switched to a RE, he dx'd me with PCOS. I don't want to scare you or anything, but you should definately check it out, because it might get more complicated later on.

Answer 7

You have polycystic ovary syndrome. You also may have endometriosis (don't let anyone tell you that you can't have both because you CAN; I have.) You need to insist that your obgyn DO something. You are paying for a service, so insist on that service. You WILL have to throw a fit about it before anyone does anything, trust me as I have had the same problem.

Answer 8

I would insist that your doctor find the source of the problem. It is not normal for a healthy woman not to have a period. You pay the doctor for answers. Don't give up until they give you answers. If the one you have doesn't give you answers, find one who will. Think of your doctor like car mechanics. Would you take your car to a mechanic who could not fix it?

Answer 9

Sounds like you might need a second opinion.This is not normal.Try not to worry so much,cause stress can actually cause your cycle to be messed up.See a diffrent doctor as soon as you can. Peace!

Answer 10

Sometimes thas common you are not having a tumor you are just irregular i think that there are medical treatments for that why dont you ask you doctor about them and ifshe tell you that she cant do something about it ask for a second opinion.