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Question

2 and a 1/2 years ago I started my period at 14. My mother was just out of hospital after being treated with cancer so I don't think my body was ready for it. I didn't get another period untill i was about 15 in dec and then not another one untill i was 16 in september they then came reguraly after that. For my last one my stomach was funny a few days before hand. I am maybe 3 weeks over due (and no i'm not expecting) and i have a splitting headache for about 3 days, my stomach is naceous all the time and i am finding it hard to remember some things.

1. Is it normal for my periods to be so unregular?
2. are the headaches, stomach and forgetting things pms?

Answer 1

vist your doctor and tell him or her what u just wrote

Answer 2

For the first few years of your period, it will be irregular and your symptoms one month may not be the same next month. Eventually, your hormones will settle down and your period will fall into a regular pattern.

Everyone has different symptoms of PMS. Obviously, cramps, bloating and fatigue are the most common, but each person experiences their periods differently. If I were to analyze you, I would say that the stomach problems are almost definitely due to your period. The headaches could be period-related, such as migraines, or they could be a persistent sinus infection. Lastly, the "forgetting things" is probably due more to the other ailments than an actual symptom of PMS.

I would recommend that as you approach your period next month, you keep an eye on what you eat. Some foods that are perfectly fine during the rest of the month can irritate you during your period, ex. milk, cheeses or foods with excess sugar. Also make sure that you're getting enough iron, either through your food or take a supplement, and that you're getting enough water.

Also, some over-the-counter medications can cause stomach aches and headaches. Motrin, if taken on an empty stomach or without enough water, can cause serious stomach cramps and just make you feel, in general, "icky". You should take Tylenol for your headaches. If your headaches persist for more than 3 days, you may need to see your doctor.

Answer 3

Yes, it can be normal for your period to be irregular for quite a few years once you reach first mensis. If you are under stress, very physically active, ill, or significantly underweight, this can also create a problem with the regularity of it.

Headaches and stomache aches can be a sign of PMS, as these may be physical reactions to the fluctuating hormones -- it will probably happen again when you go through menopause (I know!!). The mental issue can also be a side affect of that -- though more often it is mood swings that are the primary mental / emotional issue.

However, it would not hurt to make an appointment with a OB-GYN to have a baseline checkup. There can be other issues, such as endometriosis, that should be considered. BTW, you may feel more comfortable with a woman the first time -- I know I did (and still do!).

Good luck and I hope you feel better soon!

Answer 4

yea the head aces and stomach pains can be PMS.

The forgetting things could be your have many things on your mind. You are 16 right. So many things going through your head. Some things will stick. Some that do not have much purpose but that's life.

It is important that you get your cycle in order. Even if you are not sexually active you may need to be put on a birth control method. This will help to balance you out. See a doctor for it ok.

You may need to get a progestogen pill to help regulate your period.

I just looked up this link for you. Check it out it can give you some answers.

"Causes of Menstrual Abnormalities"

http://www.infertilityphysician.com/menstrual_disorders/causes.html


Just what ever you do don't ever look at anything you read and freak out. Ask a Doctor first.

Answer 5

It is normal for periods to be irregular, but not like that. You need to go to your doctor and get that checked up. The headaches and stomache pains are normal before and during the period, but I don't know about forgetting things. There may be something else wrong with you and you don't know it.

Answer 6

Why don't you go visit a gynecologist? She (or he) can check you out and answer your questions better and more thoroughly than we can and also check you out if anything should be amiss. My periods were regular from day one, and I've never had cramps for more than 1 day, but everyone is different. And YES migraines can DEFINITELY be brought on by your menstrual cycle, which can also trigger you to forget things (part of the migraine aura), which makes you visiting a gynecologist that much more important. Also, them being so irregular you might want to just talk to a doctor. Best of luck.

Answer 7

For my suggestion, I am only drawing upon my own experience, but you could get your thyroid checked. It's a tad frustrating beacause wuite frequently, the bloodwork will come back negative at first. Do some research on the thyroid and see if the profile of the condition fits. Having said that, you should go see your doctor to ensure things are okay.

Answer 8

The best thing to start with before a dr visit is to make a "Period Diary". List your syptoms leading up to your period and note the length and any pertanient info about your period. Once you have your notes, your dr can help you desipher which syptoms are PMS and which are something else. As young as you are- the irregularity is still normal. I started at the ripe young age of 11!
Good luck and welcome to womenhood!!!

Answer 9

Lets try answering your questions first.
1) Its not normal to have such irregular periods.
2) headaches and stomache cramps could be a result, however forgetfullness may not.

Having such infrequent periods could possibly mean you are suffering from Amenorrhea, which is basically an endocrine dysfunction resulting in anovulation, this may be caused by a mild estrogen deficiency and hyperandrogenism.
Amenorrhea could be of two types, Anovulatory amenorrhea and ovulatory amenorrhea.

Ovulatory amenorrhea could be caused by genital anatomic abnormalities, such as an endometrial lesion, imperforate hymen, transverse vaginal aplasia etc. This could lead to ovarian failure. One of the signs of this would be if your vagina is bulging.

Anovulatory amenorrhea on the other hand could be a result of hypothalamic dysfunction caused by strenuous exercise, tumours, severe stress, anorexia etc. This could lead to other symptoms like obessity, hyper or hypothyroidism, tumors that produce androgen, estrogen and HCG (Human chorionic Gonadotropin)
or
Pitutary dysfunction caused by genetic disorders.

I would suggest that you get yourself examined by a Gynaecologist.
He would perform a routine pregnancy test. (You could be wrong).

He would also take blood samples for measurement of hormone levels, do a progesterone challenge, to assess the contributions of estrogen deficiency, structural endometrial lesions, and uterine outflow obstruction to amenorrhea.
The treatment may comprise of administering Medroxyprogesterone (PROVERA) or Progesterone for five to ten days, to check if Bleeding occurs.
If you suffer from hirsuitism (Characterised by excessive body hair) you may be recommended contraceptive pills to reduce the levels of testosterone.

Whatever it is you should go and see a Gynaecologist, and get treated.

I bet you will find my answer LONGER than your question.

But Hey! Best of luck, I wish you good health and may God Bless you!

Answer 10

Have you lost a lot of weight recently or been under a lot of stress? That would explain all of this. You might also have the flu, coinciding with an irregularity in your cycle. When it does start, if you have abnormal pain or bleeding, get checked up for endometriosis.

Answer 11

You might be getting migraine headaches because of the hormonal changes your body is going through. You should see the doctor to see if they want to help you regulate the hormones.
It is very common to be irregular when you're young.