help me! women only please!?

Question

Im 17 and I haven't started my period yet is this normal?
i'm skinny could that be a reason? im not in any sports or anything

im skinny cause i have fast metabolism, my whole family is skinny

Answer 1

Hello. i am also a slim person and because of this I do not get my period regularly. because when you are slim/skinny, you do not have enough tissue around your ovary I believe and that effects the flow of the egg. You can speak to a dr about this. I've heard that there are woman out there who do not get their period until 20 or 21 years of age. Everyone woman is different. What runs in your family? The woman in my family got theirs at the age of 12, and so did I. some woman start at 9 years old, some at 20. I dont think there is a need to worry. But if you really are worried and dont know wat to do, see your dr. Im sure they can help :).

Answer 2

I Wouldnt Worry About It 2 Be Honest Because Everyone Starts At Different Times Hunni! It Depends On How Fast Yhoo Are Going Through Puberty! I Honestlii Wouldnt Worry About It At All!x But If Yhoo Are Worried Talk To Your Mum Or Go To The Doctors...I Thought I Would Never Start But Yhoo Have To Realise Yhoo Wont Start At The Same Time As All Your Friends Because Everyone's Body Is Different!x And Definateli Dont Try Put Weight On! It Wont Help To Have Your Period Any Quicker It Just How Quick Or Slow You Are Going Through Puberty!x

Answer 3

Well to tell you the truth Im only 12 and Im about to give you some exellent advise! It is kindof strange because your supposed to get your period at the age between 11-14 sometimes girls get it at 16 but that is rare! Well I wouldnt think that its because your skinny I mean Im skinny and I have my period! Well I know it has nothing to do with you not being into any sport because that doesnt matter! I would suggest that you talk to a female doctor about that situation! See how smart I am at only 12!

Answer 4

Well it all depends on if u've been having sex,cuz it would be normal in that situation.U should check whatever date u had last 4 ur period so u can c when it was supposed 2 start.It could be a late period,but I can;t really say.U should go get checked out 2 make sure everythings straight.Look 4 research on the internet.

best wishes.

Answer 5

It's normal. Anywhere up to 21 is. Some people don't get their's until later. Especially if you are thin or athletic. Another contributing factor is the type food you eat. If you are on a very healthy diet (organic, vegetarian, vegan) that will cause your period to start later. Be glad!

Answer 6

Being underweight could be a reason. However, it is recommended that any girl over 16, who has never had a period, go to a doctor to be checked.

Answer 7

Yep, underweight people often are late bloomers. On the bright side, everyone I've known that started that late also stopped getting their period in their mid 30s. You're lucky!

Answer 8

You could start late. If you are underweight it can be delayed. If you don't have it by 18 you should go see a doctor to just check up. If you are fully developed otherwise, you should see your doctor to see if there is an issue. But again it could just be slow.

Answer 9

You could just be a late bloomer. If you've got all the other signs that you're developing normally (growth spurts, breast development, etc), don't worry, it's probably on the way. But if not, you may want to talk with your doctor.

Answer 10

First are you skinny because you want to or just because is your metabolism?
but don't worry at all, it's normal till 19