SUPER IRREGULAR Period!!!!!?

Question

Okay, so I asked a question a while back about WHY I was having an irregular period for 2 week straight because I was spotting brown blood....well here I am 2 1/2 weeks later....telling you that I have been bleeding for over a MONTH...except...after the first 2 weeks of irregular spotting...it turned to a period like my normal period...EXCEPT the fact that I have been having it for 2 1/2 weeks....and just for the past 2 days...it has been the HEAVIEST EVER.....I have no clue what is wrong with me and I have NO money, no health insurance, and no Medicaid; so therefore....no way to see a doctor unless I get ANOTHER doctor bill that I won't be able to pay for, for a LONG time :**(

FIRST OFF, YOU DON'T KNOW WHO'S INTERNET I AM USING, I AM NOT PAYING FOR THIS INTERNET...I AM USING A LOCAL COMPUTER....THANK YOU...I SURELY DON'T have the money for the INTERNET....be more OPEN-MINDED and LESS negative...ignorant people get on my nerves :(

Answer 1

I have had the same problem my entire adult life. I started menstruating at 13. I'm now 27 and have never had a regular period. I have experienced the exact same thing---bleeding for long periods of time---I even bled for 5 months. FIVE MONTHS straight. It wasn't heavy all the time, but would fluctuate, just like what you're doing through. I went to the doctor multiple times and they never could figure it out. I spent $600 on an ultrasound, multiple exams, blood tests. All they told me was to go on the pill. I didn't feel right about it, since I'm not sexually active, and I didn't want to put synthetic hormones in my body. So, I did some research and found out about a condition called Anovulatory Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding. It basically means that you don't ovulate and don't have the right balance of hormones to make a period (mainly caused by not enough progesterone) Progesterone helps maintain your uterine lining, while Estrogen builds it up. Your progesterone level is supposed to go up and down. When your progesterone level drops, that's when you have a period. But with Anovulatory DUB, your progesterone is low anyways, so it can't drop to make you have a period. So, your estrogen just keeps building and building and building up your uterine lining until there's so much stuff there that it can't help but break loose. That's why you have the heavy period.

Now, I'm not a doctor, and I can't tell you what's going on with you. You should get a PAP smear (find a friend or family member to help you pay for it) to rule out any serious conditions.

But if your PAP comes out good and you still don't have an explanation from your doctors, try what I did---progesterone cream. It's completely natural and it totally helps. I started taking it and my periods are normal after 15 years of irregularity. Just go to your local health food store (like Wild Oats or Whole Foods) and ask for progesterone cream. It's pretty cheap--under $20. I also recommend doing an Internet search for "Anovulatory DUB" so you can get a better explanation than what I'm giving you.

Good luck. I hope you can get your problem solved.

Answer 2

Please ignore the idiots that make comments about you using a computer. They are not walking in your shoes and you don't need to explain yourself to dumb people.
I just came home from the emergency room and an unexpected surgery today. I was ignoring my irregular periods as well.
I know you don't have the money or insurance.
Brown blood is old or drying blood, meaning by the time it released it wasn't from a fresh release. It took awhile to come out. I've had that for years. A slow drip and then my period. It was from my uterus being too thick. I've suddenly started bleeding very heavily out of the blue. Turns out I was hemorraging and had to have emergency surgery today. See if your dr. will take payments, also if you have a church call them and see if there are any doctors that they know who might be able to help you out.
Money is money but your health should be your #1priority. The dr.'s will eventually get their money and if they have a heart, they'll work with you.
God Bless, I will pray for you.

Answer 3

Have you applied for medicaid? Don't assume you don't qualify if you haven't actually applied.

You really should see a doctor about this. I understand your financial position, I've been there.

I checked on webmd and this is what it said:
Many women have bleeding that lasts longer than the usual length of their periods or bleeding between periods. This does not necessarily mean a serious condition is present. Bleeding between periods can have many causes, including:

Extreme physical or emotional stress.
Weight loss or weight gain.
The beginning of menstrual periods (menarche). Periods may be irregular during the first few years of menstruation.
Perimenopause.
Use of an intrauterine device (IUD).
Use of hormonal birth control, including birth control pills, Depo-Provera, and Norplant.
Midcycle bleeding (ovulation).
Pelvic or cervical infection.
Breast-feeding.
Hormonal imbalance.
Thyroid disease.
Sexual abuse.


Also, if you feel lightheaded or dizzy when you change positions, feel tired or rundown, you should see a doctor immediately regardless of your ability to pay. That is an indication that there is something serious going on.

Answer 4

My sister had also had this problem and she was tested for
pre-cancerous lesions, had a D&C, etc.
I think they took a small cervical lesion off but it didn't help
the constant spotting. So you're not alone, and she's surviving
and dealing well.

BUT I would still find a way to get some tests done.
Call your local Planned Parenthood and talk to a nurse there.
They have affordable options for low-income people,
one of their offices sold me my pills for whatever cash I had on me for a year. Some months it was $1.
Really, at least talk to a nurse who knows gynecology, then hopefully you can find a way to get a checkup
that might help you a lot (you know, what if it's pre-cancer?)and won't put you in debt forever.

Answer 5

First, dont get discourage or upset.
Periods are not on track until u get older like in your 20's or 30's
So, if u just had a normal period, then dont worry and wait for the next one. Keep a calendar of your periods monthly and they will eventually come right on track til u hit your 40's then they go off track into the menopause stage.

Answer 6

talk to the government tell you them your problem they might could put you on medicade or some plan where you can go to the doctor for free or not pay the whole bill. you need to do something this is very serious you could bleed to death b/c too much blood is going out of your body. if you don't like the idea of the government than ask your friends or your parents friends if they can lend you some money. hope this info helps.

Answer 7

There are a number of reasons you could be experiencing this, from hormones to stress. Is there a planned parenthood near you? they usually go by your income as to what you pay. When it comes to your health you should not mess around and I know it is hard to pay for medical care but, if you don't take care of yourself something bad may happen. I know where I work we have something called a charity grant that helps people with their bills. It might be something to look into. good luck.

Answer 8

You really need to see a doctor. It could be something serious such as cancer and the longer you wait the worse it gets. See if you can work out some kind of payment plan. It's not worth your health to let this go unchecked. Best wishes.

Answer 9

Hun,some people do not even begin to try to realise and think outside of their "box".You do not have to explain yourself to anyone.They have no right or reason to judge you at all!!
Now,my suggestion to you would be to go to the emergency room.They are not allowed to turn you away,especially in this type of situation,as it is a risk to your health.Now,once you get straightened out,you may get a bill,but you should go to your local welfare office.Explain to them your financial situation and advise them that you are not able to pay your medical bills.You more than likely are eligable for medicaid.Once you get medicaid,you can go to a blood specialist to find out your problem.Have your previous doctor bills,emergency room visit included,billed to your medicaid.Medicaid will pay for it.The hospital has insurance that covers patients who are unable to pay themselves or lack insurance.Reguardless of what they say,you cannot be turned away.Good luck and i hope you feel better soon!

Answer 10

Try finding a free clinic? And i would like to say to 'speak up' ...couldnt you be using a free library or something? It's very rude to assume you waste your money....dont let it get to you ;)
but back to the question...i would find a free clinic...or find somewhere to call to get info on a free or low cost health plan.
you could also talk to a church...my church helps people in our community find doctors, houses, food etc