I have a question about my period...
I'm 17 years old, and I got it a week after I turned 16. They have always been very light, barely felt them when I did get them. Usually I get them every 3 - 5 months, sometimes later...and they only last 3 - 4 days.
I am kinda worried...is this considered bad? I am 5"3 to 5"4 and 101lb. When I reached 105lb was the last time i remembered getting my period, and then I worried about reaching 110, so I quickly dieted back down to 100 by lack of food. (not starving a day, but just a little lunch and dinner) That was...3 months ago? Maybe. ^^ And I only mentioned this part, because I realized weight can be part of the issue during periods...
I just want to know if this is really unhealthy? Everybody I know gets it montly. :(
Please please pleaseee dont yell at me when replying...I am kinda nervous about posting this and I can get very emontional =/
2007-12-23 17:34:33 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
How come this question isn't appearing ;-;
2007-12-23 17:44:15 · update #1
The question came thru ok. I can also understand being nervous about having a first period, I was too so I empathize.
It is normal for the period to be irregular such as coming every 3 months during the first year or two after the period starts. This occurs because the body is trying to adjust to the changes going on inside of it.
Please let your mom know what's going on as well so that she can help you keep an eye on this, and also let your doctor know when you go in for your next check up to see what they think.
If you ever need to talk or have additional questions please feel free to e-mail or IM me off site any time.
2007-12-23 22:28:07 · answer #1 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your weight can have something to do with you not having a regular period, but you should get your hormones checked out as well.
2007-12-24 16:04:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋