Period question.. *adult(?)*
 

This have been disturbing me more than year.. So I thought maybe I should ask it from you guys.. You're always so wise.. :Grin:

My periods started when I was 11(few months from being 12).. I am now 18 and they still are not regular.. And they've never been..
The "best" I have got have been 4(or 5) months when I have had them on every month.. But normally it have just been 2-5 times per year..

What's the worst this could mean?
I don't feel comfortable to go for a doctor for this.. Actually I don't even feel comfortable to say words 'my/mine' and 'periods' in same sentence.. :Blush:
If someone of you dear people think this can be harmful then I think I will consider going to see a doc.. But this thing have been on my thoughts for long and well, yeah.. It's disturbing..

Probably not what you want to hear, but I would say go and see your doctor; it's clearly something that is bothering you. Usually periods will settle into a regular cycle after 2-3 years, although some people never have regular periods. If your weight fluctuates a lot, that could be the cause of the irregularity. Going to your doctor will help you to find out if there is an underlying cause or not and give you some peace of mind.
Take care
xxx

It's usually means there's a problem. It could be stress, weight issues, there could be something wrong with your reproductive organs.. there are several different possibilities and the best thing to do is go to a doctor.

see a doctor my love, the worst they can do is help you...
*squishes*

i'm really not trying to be rude. but i meannn. there's a lot worse things you could talk to your doctor about. &having/talking about your period really shouldn't be so nervewracking/awkward.
it's probably nothing the doctor hasn't already heard a thousand times before.
don't worry about it. it's not embarrasing. &it's best you have an 'expert opinion' on it.

It could be a problem with your ovaries (eg. polycystic ovaries) in which case they can do some blood tests to see if your hormone levels might be a bit funny - other than that, stress, travelling, weight loss or gain, and things like that can all affect it.

I'd suggest going to see your doctor - ask to see a female GP if that'd help you put your mind at ease a bit more, and honestly it's not that bad! I've been seeing my GP about my periods as well recently (similar issues to you) and they're fine about it and very professional!

Some women never have a regular cycle, and it can be due to a number of things - illness, stress, weight - rapid gain or loss, a hormone issue, your level of nutrition, etc. And some women just don't fit into the textbook definition of what's "normal". Maybe 2 to 5 times a year is what's normal for you, but you'd need to go to a doctor to be sure.

The best thing you can do is speak with your doctor if you are seriously concerned. As mister linda. said, it's certainly not anything they haven't heard before and it's nothing to be embarrassed about - menstruation is a natural biological function, and a part of being a healthy adult woman - at at 18, you are, for all intents and purposes, physically an adult. (I say physically, because most people at 18 don't think of themselves as and adult - I'm 23 and I refuse to be an adult, lol.)

Also, going to the doctor when you have a concern like this is important. It's not just about finding out if there's something amis, it's about being mature enough to take charge of and responsibility for your own health. You're 18 now; in a few years you'll need to start going in for a regular pap smear and pelvic exam. Why not break the ice now and go and just talk to your doctor about your concerns. Starting to talk about it may make a big difference in you becoming more comfortable with your body.

i have the same problem as you actually, started my period at 12, and their still not regular. sometimes they don't even show up, but i personally don't see it as a problem because it them, hehe.

But anyway, go see a doctor. It won't be something they haven't heard before. periods are normal, i even talk to boys about periods, no matter how much it grosses them out. hope all goes well. =]

xxxx

my gyn told me ( have polycystic ovary syndrome) that a woman should bleed at least every 12 weeks, if not they should see a gp and be given progesterone serum to bring on a bleed. this is because the cells in your uterus can 'rot' and turn cancerous.

damn..
I don't wanna get progesterone to make them normal.. I don't want any pills/serum/stuff..
I'd just want someone to tell me that's okay and not harmful.. well, I think that's not gonna happen.. =/

Thanks for your replies.. You're the best!
I think I may try to make an appointment(though I cancelled my last one 'cause I just couldn't go there.. so I don't know what's gonna happen).. sometime soon..

And I know doctors have already heard all and know everything about what's going/should be going inside bodies.. It's just hard for me.. I know it's childish.. I should grow up..

well i have the same problem i went to my doctors last week and am waiting for the results of my blood test. i know its embarrasing but its worth getting checked out. you'll be fine :-)
xxxx

it's understandable to be nervous about it, even though you know it's nothing they haven't heard before.

And whatever they say about your periods, you are still 'normal' - maybe it's helpful to seperate the two!

It can feel uncomfortable, but it's always safer to know than have your head in the sand - however much it might not feel like it.

I have polycystic ovaries too - didn't know that about the progesterone serum - all i know is that going on the pill did more harm than good!

As has been said beore, there are many things that can affect your periods. Hormone levels, problems with your ovaries, stress, weight fluxuations, eating habits, medications, and illness (including STD) are some of the ones I can think of off the top of my head.

As scary as doctors can be, they do understand how hard it can be for people to talk about this topic. There are some tests they can do to check your hormone levels and such. Some women do have a cycle that varies, or maybe happens 8 times a year instead of 12, but you should always get checked out for any problems before just assuming that you are one of those women.

You really should see a doctor. Try not to be nervous, they will hear it all the time.