i've never had a regular cycle, but today my period started and i always can tell right before hand by getting cramps and sore boobs. anyways, lately i have been ultra stressed and have not been eating well and sleeping, and i noticed that my period is extremely light. is this cuz of the stress?
2006-10-13 14:36:29 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
In my experience, yes this has been the case. I found also that if I worried about my period coming (if it didn't come on time), the worrying would actually delay the start of my period. Stress can indeed have this effect on it. But if you're worried at all, see your doctor. The fact that you've never had a regular cycle worries me just a bit. (Mine have always been like clockwork.) Also try to destress...take a relaxing walk...or a bubble bath...listen to some soft classical music...I find that writing down, in list form, all the things that are stressing me at that point in my life really helps to pinpoint where the problems are, and which things aren't really worth worrying about. Hope this helps! :-)
2006-10-13 14:41:12 · answer #1 · answered by peachy78 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, stress can do a lot of things to your body. Every women is different, but stress can cause a late menstrual periods as well as a light period flow. Try not to stress out too much. If you can, take a hot shower or a relaxing hot bath before bedtime. Learn how to mediate. Listening to music by Enya .. something that's relaxing and calm.
2006-10-13 14:41:58 · answer #2 · answered by Bobcat9 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It very well could be. Stress does have a big impact on your cycle, not only the flow but the timing. Get yourself back on a good diet as your body needs the nourishment to cope with stress. Also, I would recommend a B Complex Vitamin supplement every day. B vitamins also help the rest of the body, including the mind deal with stress. Vitamins B6 and B12 also help give you a natural enerygy boost.
2006-10-13 14:41:36 · answer #3 · answered by Social_D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh yeah, stress can totally affect your periods, especialy if you aren't sleeping too. I wouldn't be too worried, especially if you've bee careful. Personal story: my freshman year in college I got so stressed out during finals week that my period was about a month and a half late...stress can play a number on your hormones. Good luck on your exams!
2016-03-28 08:18:40 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
More than likely. I once went 10 months without a period because of stress at work and at home. If your stress level drops off and your periods are still weird, call your doctor.
2006-10-13 14:38:53 · answer #5 · answered by kc_warpaint 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it could be. Many things affect periods including all you mentioned. Also, being around other girls can affect your cycle. Yes, its a bit weird, but when u are arround other females, the body clocks start to synchronise. My advise is to take regular vitamins that help your body to go through its natural cause.
2006-10-13 14:40:47 · answer #6 · answered by esai 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if u stress out it'll totally mess with your cycle, once in a while take a day or two to do absolutely nothing, turn off ur phone, rent some good movies and curl up on the couch w/ a hot cup of tea of coco u'll be good as new soon
2006-10-13 14:39:12 · answer #7 · answered by Chance 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
deffinately the stress. Get some more sleep ,relax ,eat health and everything should be back to normal in a while . Otherwise I would try to get the pill to regulate the period .
2006-10-13 14:39:18 · answer #8 · answered by silverearth1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes stress does so much harm to your body,it can take a toll on you,it could be your cycle changing again as well.keep regular check ups with your doctor to get it on track.and not eating properly can wear you down.
look after yourself and get lots of rest,without that your body can't function right.
2006-10-13 14:43:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes stress and a sudden change in diet and sleep pattern can affect your cycle.
2006-10-13 14:39:52 · answer #10 · answered by gypse76 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋