i am almost 16 and i don't have my period yet, i think i should see a doctor. what will the doctor do or ask? i have been through puberty or am going through it and have developed breasts and such, thats why i am wondering why i dont have my period.
2007-11-08 21:05:12 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Yes, you should see a Dr... you should be having your period by now.
2007-11-08 21:09:28 · answer #1 · answered by ******* 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is probably fine. My sister didn't start until she was 17. That is the upper limit of "normal" range for menarche. You should talk to your parents and ask if it runs in your family. If it does- you don't have anything to worry about.
Before going to the doctor- examine your lifestyle. Do you over-exercise (highly athletic women tend to start periods late)? Do you weight enough? Are you skin and bones, or do you have at least a little padding? A little fat is GOOD for women. Don't let the magazines and TV tell you otherwise. Do you eat well- do you eat meat, or similar foods regularly? Do you get enough vegetables? Vitamins and minerals from food? Do you eat enough fat? Eating a moderate amount of fat is GOOD for you as well, especially when you are growing!!
2007-11-09 10:08:16 · answer #2 · answered by vera 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you should see a doctor. My mother didn't start her periods at all either at 16 and she saw a doctor and she had a very small operation to start her periods, nothing serious or painful. And now she has had two kids (including me). So you don't need to worry because it might not be as bad as you think!
2007-11-09 05:16:41 · answer #3 · answered by cosmetic_x 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you should see a doctor. The doctor will ask some questions about how you are feeling and about your family history with certain problems. Ask about any symptoms you notice if any that could give clues as to why you aren't having your period yet.
But first please let your mom know what's going on so that she's aware of the situation.
2007-11-09 05:12:08 · answer #4 · answered by sokokl 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
girls can get periods as late as 18-19 years old. if you go to your dr. they might suggest putting you of some kind of hormonal treatment. if you have more questions go to www.petiteamie.com Ask the Expert section where health offical (nurse/doctor) can answer more in detail
2007-11-09 12:17:46 · answer #5 · answered by caligurl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, most girls do have their periods by this time. It could be some hormone imbalance, some physical blockade, or merely a delay in development. But to be safe, get yourself checked up.
2007-11-09 05:40:24 · answer #6 · answered by multidisciplinarian 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They might want to put you on the pill, it helps with regulating your period, so it might help starting your period. The next thing they could do is do an ultra sound to check all your girly bits are ok and in place...
2007-11-09 05:11:25 · answer #7 · answered by chickyboo222 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think you should really see your doctor bacause i had my menarche when i was only 11...
2007-11-09 07:18:41 · answer #8 · answered by pink crystal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋