How long does a period usually last?

Question

I was wondering how long it lasts.
I got mine yesterday and it was really heavy but now it's really ... not that much.

I was wondering when it will stop?
And when do you think I'll get it next month?

Answer 1

Right.
You're now on day 2 of your cycle.
The cycle lasts 28 days.
Write down 'day 2' on your calender.
Yesterday would be 'day 1' (the day you got your period.)
Your period should last between 3-9 days (9 is extreme).
Keep counting down the days (3,4,5 etc) , even if your period has finished.
When you get to the 28th day, that is when your period will start again, etc.
It's a easy way to remember when your period will start ETCc.

Hope this helped.. =) xx

Answer 2

It usually starts off heavy, then gets heavier on the second day before tapering off in the next few days. Women are all different, you'll get to know your own cycle soon. You might continue spotting for several days and on those days you won't really need pads or tampons, pantiliners should do.
You'll probably get your period again sometime around the same date the next month if you're going to be regular right from the start. Or you might have irregular cycles until you're older and your body is more developed. Sometimes, you might have your first period and then not have another until a few months later.

Answer 3

If it's your first, there's no way to guess. Until you've had quite a few, it's hard to estimate how long it will last. You need a history to compare it to. In general, periods typically last between 5-7 days for adolescents and teens, and tend to get shorter as you enter your late 20's-30's and beyond. But keep in mind, the first few can be very erratic. You may have 1 that lasts 2 days, then skip a couple months and have one that lasts 2 weeks. Or you may have 1 short one, and begin a pretty predictable pattern starting with the second one. You may have a few predictable ones, then skip a month, then back on schedule. Also, consider that within one period, you flow can stop for a few hours or a day and start back up. so you may think you're done only to start back up. The best answer is to be prepared for anything until you get very familiar with your cycle. And keep track. Keep a small calendar in your purse or next to your bed, and keep track of days you bleed. That will help you predict your next one and help you avoid being stranded with no feminine supplies. Also, many girls menstrual history closely matches that of their mother's. Ask your mom what hers was like when she was your age, and it might give you a few hints.

Answer 4

Your period may last 5 days. Most woman are on a 28 day cycle. So 28 days from yesterday you shoud begin again. If this is your first period, however, you may be irregular for a while. Meaning you might skip a month. You should probably talk with your Doctor, or a caring adult about this too.

Answer 5

A period usually lasts about 2-6 days. The shortest is usually 2 days. The longest is 10 days.

Answer 6

In general - though every person is different - it lasts for 4-5 days, and you get the next one 28-30 days from the first day of your last period.

Answer 7

When you first get your period, it can be really irregular for a few months. You can't really expect it to come at the same time next month, it will just come when it decides to, and the length will vary for awhile too. Once it gets regualr, I think 5-6 days is pretty normal. For me, it starts out heavy and then it gradually gets lighter after that. It varies from woman to woman; you'll get used to what yours is like & how to deal with it.

Answer 8

If you ask me, TOO LONG! But I don't think thats what you're looking for it can last from 3 days to a week, but as for when you will get it next, depends on when you FIRST started if you're having regular periods, same time next month, if not, you never really do know sadly

Answer 9

Mine usually last anywhere between 3 days and 7 days usually. And depending on how regular you are, you should get them around the same time every month, unless it's your first, then you might get them every few months until your body regulates it.

Answer 10

from 3 to 10 days from the first day. you'll get your next period at about the same time next month