What is the longest that would be healthy to go between periods?
354952
For the first few years it is normal to be extremely irregular. After that a doctor does not want you to go more than 60 days without a period. A women can only miss her period if she is pregnant or if she isn't ovulating or only ovulating occasionally.
750055
no, it all depends on what you eat,,,, the amount of exercise you  have , your personal body,,,, as long as its not 3/4 days between and as long as you have no discomfort, your fine, if you prefer daily, each alot of rufage (fresh vegetables/fruits/ etc)
411994
if you got it while you were still on your period you are protected immediately...if you did it in the middle of your cycle you should wait the two weeks..
301882
The average time between cycles is 28 to 31 days so about 4 weeks.  I always get more lubrication about the time I start ovulating, which is 2 weeks before my period begins.  I get less lubrication the 2 weeks after I end my period.  But every woman is different so it may not be the case for everybody.
1010699
Having a period is natural and healthy. It is your body's way of cleaning itself out. I can't imagine not having your period being healthy. It probobly also has alot of side effects. I wouldn't touch it.
889910
if you're not pregnant, you should go get a check up.  they will probably run some blood work and possibly put you on birth control.  its not normal to go with out your period.
440177
7!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!\nand you are still alive.\nthats fucking crazy\nyour period should be the least of your worries
500506
Switching birth control is always a guessing game because the hormone level in each is so different and you could turn into a pms nazi if you get too much and break out and all sorts of bad things. My advice is to stay on the one you find that is not making you break out and doesn't mess with your moods. Just remember that after 5 years you need to give your body a break and not take anything for 1 year. Diaphragms work great for that time off.
788136
Depends on how old you are. If you're too young for menopause, then yes, go to a doctor. Irregular periods are not a huge deal, but three years is too long!
529466
the menstrual cycle stops for 9 months becuase the lining of the uterus (period) is being used to help the growing cell (baby) so it doesnt shed.
949582
I'm not entirely sure why you would want to do that.\nTampons are not very healthy as it is, but I understand their convenience where our menstral cycle is concerned. But I would not want to use them if I didn't have my period. ANything inserted into your body for any long period of time is not a good thing. And if you forget and leave it in more than a day, you could end up very very sick indeed.
344086
It's normal sweetie.  A woman's period can last up to 3-7 days.  You are fine.
40787
You should look into getting on Seasonale.  It's the only extended-cycle pill.  It lets you have a period every three months instead of once a month.
1083997
I have found that this question of yours is NOT that unusual. When the menses begin...and each of them in your life is 'Different', there can be a starting of the menstruation cycle itself in a variety of ways. Much of this depends upon your basic health and regularity of your period, and if there is anything that is exacerbating stress, dietary factors, trauma.....these amongst many others can play a vital role in your period. The older blood is just that, and when the heavier flow comes out it brings with it the rest of this....often seen as brown and nearly grainy. Perhaps the thought of this in text is making you queasy and that is NOT my intention. It is NOT unusual for the body to start up....spot a day or two before hand and then begin the menstrual flow in its regular sequence or shall I say what is regular for you. You know your body better than anyone, and depending upon your age....other factors intervene. Age is one, again diet and exercise. Ask yourself if you're tired before this or perhaps amped ...we are ALL different. If there is a continuation of the more 'brown' or older blood, I recommed that you see a Physician....get a pelvic...for perhaps for whatever reason you might be a candidate for a D&C. Are your menses painful? If only periodically I have found that the comfort at home is warmth. Do not be afraid to soak...that is to bathe. This is hailed often, the menses as a curse, wherein it is nature's way of cleansing your uterus. It is important to at this point to say please keep your regular checkups with your gynocologist and allow your doctor to have a talk with any of your questions. I know that for myself what you have mentioned is in no way unusual. Please understand that you're NOT to keep from your physical regimen...unless you are tired..and please keep up your fluid intake.\nYour doctor will be the one to know and it might serve you well to keep a diary or small calendar in your drawer or medicine cabinet as to the regularity or the sometimes "I didnt quite expect this.." questions...all of this is important. As for a heavier flow, there is still no certainty that there will be a stopping or forestallig of the older blood. Please remember that it's your body and your own inherent body clock or circaddian rhythms dictate a lot of what is to happen to you during this time. I am not your doctor...this is merely my take from past experience and knowing many women who experience the very same thing. for now, I wouldn't worry, were I you, just keep track of this and see if there is any change in tha amount of days and flow. In conclusion, it sounds as though you are healthy, and don't rule "IN" a problem unless advised by your physician. Lastly if pain of any sort accompnies this, please inform your doctor for they can and very often WILL do a pelvic during your period. Should any problem persist, they will ( your doctor's office) refer you to a specialist if there is due cause. In and of all of this there may be the occasional fibroid or cyst. This is whyit is vital that you make and keep your appointments with your doctor.
602199
The regular use of the following Homeopathic Prescription will regulate all irregularities in your periods.\n1.PSORINUM 1M just one dose per week.\nFollowed by 4 tablets each of the following Tissue Salts at least 3 times a day half hour before meals:-\n\n1.CALCAREA PHOS 6X\n2.FERRUM PHOS 6X\n3.NATRIUM MUR 6X\n\nAll of these are Side Effects free Homeopathic Remedies.\nTake care and God Bless you !
1140361
Not with your age.Menopause represents the end of menstruation, and you are still so young to think of it. I still think that it is good to check with the doctor from the begining to have a normal period.\nIrregular period might indicate a future problem, and the best thing is to check it out from the begining.
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The medical term for cycles with intervals of 21 days or fewer is polymenorrhea.\n\nThere may not be anything wrong with you. It can take several years for a young woman's periods to settle down to a "normal" pattern, and remember that what is normal for one woman may not be normal for another. \n\nSome other things to consider: \n\nHow are you counting your cycle, by the way? You should count your cycle with day one being the first day of your period. If you are counting your cycle from the end of one period to the beginning of your next, then your cycle may be a few days longer than you realize. Some women's periods last only 2-3 days, while others can go as long as 10 days (typical is 3-7 days), so if yours tend to last several days and if you're not counting those days, then that can also add more days to your cycle. \n\nAre you having any other symptoms? Are your periods heavy or light? Do you have a lot of cramping? These may be clues that something is going on.\n\nIf you go to your doctor, then yes, s/he may offer you birth control pills as a way to help normalize your cycle. \n\nMore info, from http://www.webhealthcentre.com/general/wh_menus.asp#poly -\n\nWhat causes polymenorrhea? Polymenorrhea is caused by: \nFrequent ovulation caused by hyperactivity of the anterior pituitary gland. \nConstitutional disorders such as malnutrition, and psychological disturbances. \nPelvic disorders such as chocolate cysts in the ovaries and chronic pelvic inflammation. \n\nHow is polymenorrhea treated? Polymenorrhea is treated by improving general health, correcting anaemia, treating pelvic causes (if any), and combined oestrogen and progesterone therapy from day 5 to day 25 of the menstrual cycle. If medical treatment does not work, dilatation and curettage (D & C) may be suggested.