12-day period, whats up with that?

Question

i've never had a period for more than 7 days in my life and its making me wonder whether i have ovarian cancer... i feel more fatigued than usual, a little nauseas, cramps throughout the 12th day still... i'm 22 years old, no prescribed medication, severly depressed, increased drinking an average of 5 shots of liquor probably 4 days out of the week, i smoke pot everyday, i don't casually f*ck, last time was 3 months ago i think... i don't know if you needed to know that last part but, anyways, my periods usually occur every other month, 3-5 days at a time, but sometimes it is consecutive, just unpredictable... but having a period for 12 days and still going, there has got to be something wrong with that... and yeah, i know, i should probably see a gyno or a therapist but i don't have health insurance at the moment.... just curious whether i'm gonna die soon.

and thanks for any info you can share.

Answer 1

The chances of it being cancer are very slim! At your age, extended periods is not unusual and is usually related to a hormone imbalance or stress.

If you are truly worried, go to planned parenthood. You can be taken care of for free if you don't have financial means. You can also check with the local hospital or local health department for free clinics or ability to pay clinics in your area. Good luck!