what does it mean when your period comes early?
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A range of factors can cause a period to be early. If this happens every once in a while, it is likely no cause for concern, as variations in the menstrual cycle are common. Early periods often result from hormonal changes, especially during puberty and perimenopause.
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Spotting before a period is generally harmless, and there is not always an obvious cause. However, spotting is sometimes an early sign of pregnancy or an indication of hormonal changes in the body.
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Some people start their periods without any warning. Others may experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in the days leading up to their period.
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A week before your period is too early to experience premenstrual cramping, called dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea occurs when chemicals in the lining of the uterus called prostaglandins are released and cause pain.
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If you take emergency contraceptive pills in the first three weeks of your cycle, your period is likely to come early. Your period may also last longer than normal. In most cases, the earlier you are in your cycle, the sooner your period will come.
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Signs of pregnancy One of your ovaries will release an egg (ovulation) about 14 days before your period starts. The first day of your period, when you start bleeding, is counted as the first day of your cycle. If you have a 28-day cycle, you'll usually ovulate some time between day 10 and day 15 of your cycle.
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“You'll know these emotional ups and downs are due to PMS if they start consistently a week to two weeks before your period and stop a day or two after menstruation starts,” says New York City gynecologist and fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Carol Livoti, MD.
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Your periods are likely to change. During the first 3 to 6 months, bleeding and spotting days may increase, and your period may become irregular. Some women have heavy bleeding during this time. Once your body adjusts, monthly bleeding usually decreases.
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Your period starts when your endometrium, or the lining of the uterus, builds up and is shed 12 to 16 days after ovulation. But if you don't ovulate, the endometrium can still be shed and cause bleeding when it can't sustain itself or when your estrogen level drops.
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Some women may simply believe their period is a few days early. Implantation bleeding typically happens within the week before the expected period. For example, if you are sexually active and expect your period on January 25th, then you might question any spotting you have between Jan.
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Stress levels often affect your hypothalamus, the part of your brain that controls your hormone levels, and can cause illness or sudden fluctuations in your weight — two things that can throw your period out of whack. That means you may find yourself with an irregular period, which means it can come early *or* late.
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Updated 18 June 2020. It's normal to have mild cramps during your period. Menstrual cramps may start 1-2 days before your period begins. If your cramps don't get better with over-the-counter medicine, you should see your health care provider.
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Your menstrual cycle begins on the first day of your period and continues up to the first day of your next period. You're most fertile at the time of ovulation (when an egg is released from your ovaries), which usually occurs 12 to 14 days before your next period starts.
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One of your ovaries will release an egg (ovulation) about 14 days before your period starts. The first day of your period, when you start bleeding, is counted as the first day of your cycle. If you have a 28-day cycle, you'll usually ovulate some time between day 10 and day 15 of your cycle.
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Your period may start with bright red bleeding. This means that the blood is fresh and is flowing quickly. Your blood may stay this way your whole period or may darken as your flow slows.
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Menstruation, also known as a period or monthly, is the regular discharge of blood and mucosal tissue (known as menses) from the inner lining of the uterus through the vagina. The first period usually begins between twelve and fifteen years of age, a point in time known as menarche.
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You may have bleeding and spotting between menstrual periods, especially during the first 3–6 months. Sometimes the bleeding is heavier than usual at first. However, the bleeding usually becomes lighter than usual and may be irregular.