Irregular periods? (Please Help!)?
412408
When you're younger, it is more common to have sporadic periods.  I'm 25 and mine still aren't very regular.  It oculd have something to do with your body size.  If you are very petite or extremely athletic your period can be even more random.  One reason you should worry about it is if you're having sex, and I hope that at age 13 you aren't, but it must be said.  If you are sexually active, you should go see a gynecologist and get the full exam, which does include a Pap smear.  If it helps any, I don't think they're so bad.  If you keep having your period every two weeks you should see a gynecologist anyway and get checked out for a condition called endometriosis.  The gynecologist should explain to you what tests they're going to do and what they need to do in order to perform them.
749975
How old are you?  It's very normal for your period to be irregular in the first few years...it can take up to five years to even out, though you should see a doctor if you're still irregular after two years or so.\n\nHowever, it sounds to me like you are indeed pretty regular - just not on the typical 28-day cycle.  Every person is different, and a period is considered normal as long as it happens every 40 days or less...so don't worry too much.  It's also normal for it to only last three days.\n\nIf you're really concerned, go see a doctor.  It will make you feel much better.
387470
Its normal to have an irregular period for at least the first year. After that if it is still acting irregular make an appointment to see a ob/gyn.
895601
Take a deep breath. If your not sexually active, that's one less thing to worry About. Are you an athlete, very active,gym rat or a dancer. I am. Those can delay your cycle. Are you on any meds? including herbal, they can interfere. Do you eat a well balanced diet, sounds silly, but it can affect your cycle. As someone mentioned, STRESS.\n\nif your really concerned and have physical symptoms, call your doctor or gyn. good luck!
957096
I totally feel for you!  I had irregular periods for up to two weeks at a time but only every few months until I got pregnant 4 years ago.  Then I didn't have a period at all due to breastfeeding until 11 months after I gave birth.  Now, every several weeks (5-8, it varies), I bleed for weeks (longest was 5 weeks) until I go to a doctor and get medication to make it stop.  Then it stops for 5-8 weeks and starts up again, same thing! :(  The way I bleed sounds just like you--it comes and goes over the course of a few days--I'll think it's stopping and then bright red blood will come gushing out like I'm a stuck pig.\n\nAll this irregularity started 10 years ago when I went off the pill after being on it for 5 years.  Before that, even as a young teen, I was 100% as regular as clockwork.\n\nBirth control pills do some really wacky things to our systems, so that could be the reason you're having trouble.  Or, it could be something like a cyst.  If your period doesn't stop within a week or so you really do need to go see a doctor.  If they can't solve it within a few months, you need to see another one.  I'm gearing up to get another opinion myself--this time I'm going to a clinic in Boston at Tufts that specializes in menstrual disorders.\n\nGood luck, you're not the only one with this kind of problem!
118265
Depending on how irregular you are...if it's the type thing where you bleed alot alot of the time...please do go see your GYN.  I have recently gone through the same thing, only bleeding for months at a time.  I found out something was wrong with me.  I'm not saying there is with you but it's best to know and get treated for it.  Either way, it's still good to go because then you will know regardless.  Dr.'s sometimes prescribe birth control to regulate women also.  Which is a wonderful thing. Trust me :) lol
591123
no dear nothing is wrong...some women go six months in between periods...my advice is go see on gyn...or a dr at health department near you
1133477
this isn't normal unless you have just started having your first period. when you start having your period it may have an uneven schedule. check with your doctor if you are unsure.
767247
it's not really "normal" but you're still probably ok because some people periods don't exactly fit the textbook description. try to go to the doctor and tell them about your period. it may have something to do with your hormones and they can probably regulate you periods better with birth control.\ngood luck
275730
My menstrual cycle has always been irregular, since I was a teen. \n\n(its kinda cool -sometimes I only get 2 to 4 periods a year)\n\nLast year when I was pregnant -I only got one for the whole year !!!!
262831
Everyone is different, but what you are describing isn't the norm.  Two periods a month is not usual.  It has happened to me in the past, but it sounds to me as if you should get it checked.  Most likely it will be nothing to worry about but it is a nuisance for sure.  Various hormonal imbalances can cause it, especially thyroid problems, so I think it is time for you to get it checked.
633704
How old are you? This is pretty common in pre-menopausal women, this has been my own personal hell for the past few months, as well. If you are under 40, though, this could be a problem. There are a few things that could cause this in a young woman, none of them good (endometriosis is one, there are a few similar things as well). Call your GYN (or get one if you don't have one) and have it checked out. Even if it is not a serious problem, irregular periods can be regulated with drugs, saving you alot of grief.
906085
First of all, quit panicking.  The stress you mentioned you're under is the likely cause.  My "monthly" has never been regular--except when I was on the pill.  \n\nWhy?  Some women, especially those who are very skinny or quite overweight tend to have more irregular cycles.  You add stress to the mix, and your hormones can get all out of whack.\n\nTwo things you need to do.  First, begin an exercise program.  This will help reduce stress, even if you don't fall into the overweight category.  Next, find a planned parenthood or other women's health clinic. Often they don't require insurance and will work with you on payments, and usually have a sliding fee depending on income.  You can talk with someone about what you should do.  I'm not a doctor, but I recommend the Pill.  It helps to regulate your cycle, and as I mentioned before, the only in my life I've ever been regular was when I was on the Pill.\n\nGood luck.
581782
Ok I've had this problem before....honestly a little exercise can help bring forth your period faster. If you're not an active person...you can do something light such as walking or beginners yoga...trust me it really helps. AND If you're on any medication....this can be the real culprit. So if you're taking any unneccessary meds....stop. goodluck
794599
its normal to have some spotting in between periods... but if your periods are usually regular and consistent, I agree with the others you should talk to the dr.   Could also mean pregnancy, could be something wrong, or could be nothing.... sorry to be vague, but a woman's body and period issues are kind of like the check engine light in your car... could be some little thing or a big thing, its hard to figure out w/out a professional!
1160201
diet is sometimes a cause of irregular periods,try a good vitamin,if this fails ask your Doctor about a D&C this is a simple proceedure.painless.....A simple sraping of the uterus and regular periods should resume.The lining in your uterus can sometimes build up when this is scraped out normal periods will return.......and things shoul go back to normal.....Sharlene S
603105
You need to see a gynocologist about this problem. there can be many reason why you're not having normal periods. Reproductive endocrinologists as well- they're highly specialized and can tell whats going on if you're having a hormone problem, which is likely