My mom started her period when she was 13 along with my older sister. So why am i 15 and have still not started mine? I understand that i probably dont have the bodyfat but is still worrying me. Should i be worried or am i overreacting?
2006-11-25 07:18:20 · 15 answers · asked by it girl 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
You may not get it till you are 16...don't worry about it.
2006-11-25 07:20:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
While the age you get your period generally does have something to do with when your mother first got hers it isn't a definite indication. Yes many females do start their periods early then 15 but then again some don't until later. It involves a lot of factors and doesn't necessarily mean your infertile or that there's something wrong with you. If you're really worried speak to someone about it but only if you feel comfortable doing so.
2006-11-25 07:27:40 · answer #2 · answered by rocklover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no specific age when a woman is supposed to start her period. Low body fat is a possible cause. In fact, I am quite worried about that. Do you have an eating disorder? Do you exercise compulsively? You might want to get yourself checked out by a psychologist.
Anyway, if you are concerned then you can go to your doctor and have a physical exam, but chances are that it'll just happen when it happens. I started later than my Mom too.
2006-11-25 07:23:58 · answer #3 · answered by drshorty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Age of Menarche
Menarche usually occurs about two years after your breasts develop (thelarche) and between 4 and 6 months after the growth of your pubic and underarm hair. The age of menarche in most North American women is around 12 or 13, though your first period can come anytime between 9 and 16, depending upon your height, weight, and cultural background. Early menarche is occurring more and more - girls as young as 8 have been known to get their periods. This is referred to as premature menarche. Girls who haven’t gotten their period by the age of 16 are described as experiencing primary amenorrhea. Sometimes external factors or complications may prevent your period from arriving when it should.
Certain factors are thought to affect the age of menarche. Cultural and genetic factors play an important role in determining how fast your body will develop. Girls from different races all seem to develop at a slightly different rate. You may notice that some of your friends have already gotten their periods and you haven’t. You may even be wondering if something’s gone wrong with you. Rest assured, every girl develops at a different pace.
If you haven’t gone through menarche by the time you are 15 or 16, though, you should make an appointment with your doctor to determine if there are any underlying problems. Many girls who are underweight or undernourished will not get their periods. It is generally thought that a certain weight (around 100 pounds) must be attained in order for your brain to send signals to your body to start menstruating.
2006-11-25 07:23:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Don't worry about it. Everyone is different. My mom started when she was 14, my sister when she was 16 and I didn't start until I was 18.
2006-11-25 07:24:57 · answer #5 · answered by First Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You do not need to be overly concerned. A teenage girl's body is full of hormones, yours just haven't engaged into the full drive for womanhood just yet. It'll come, don't worry.
If you have concerns, ask your family doctor, and see the source html for more information. Note the first cause: "Normal adolescents - some girls start menstruating later than others">
2006-11-25 07:26:08 · answer #6 · answered by wankas99 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what is normal for everyone else, may not be for you. everyone matures at a different rate. my wife started her periods when she was 7. her sister was 8. you are correct, no body fat means no periods and slow sexual maturation. why is it that you have no bodyfat...by choice? you may want to read the article that I linked to you below to answer a few more of your questions...
stop worrying...but a trip to your doctor may help ease your concerns
2006-11-25 07:24:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom was 16 years old when she started. I was 12 and my sister was 14. Don't worry it will come.
2006-11-25 07:23:20 · answer #8 · answered by ladiebugg81 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i had mine when i was the age of 14 but my grand mother started with the age of 17.
i think it is you should give Little more time if it remain the same then you should see a doctor.
maybe you do not have the fat as you said, or maybe something is not right.
but not to worry,I'm sure you're just fine.
wait a little longer.
2006-11-25 07:28:37 · answer #9 · answered by lizie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone has a different cycle. I am underweight still. In my teen years, I was underweight by 5-8lbs. I got my period when I was 16.
2006-11-25 07:22:01 · answer #10 · answered by roswell75 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
oh dont worry about it, your probably just a late bloomer. be happy that you dont have your period girl! i started mine at 12 and im 15 now .. and let me tell you your so freakin' lucky! so dont stress too much about it 'cause its coming ...
hope that easied your mind a little ^_^
2006-11-25 09:11:58 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋