Question 1

i am experiencing  no menstrual periods.

Accepted Answer

GYN and: endocrinology evaluations are good places to start.

Question 2

what causes menstrual periods 3 * a month?

Accepted Answer

Irregular periods: Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. Ask to be evaluated for polycystic ovarian syndrome as this is the most common cause.  If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

Question 3

two menstrual periods in one month, cause?

Accepted Answer

Lots of possibilitie: Perimenopause, anatomical abnormality (fibroid, polyp, cancer), infection, abnormal thyroid function. Needs eval by gyn.

Question 4

why are late menstrual periods more painful?

Accepted Answer

Thicker endometrium: When your periods are late there is more time for the estrogen from the ovaries to stimulate the enometrial lining to grow, resulting in more endometrial tissue to sluff off giving rise to more pain and more bleeding.

Question 5

how come i feel terrible during menstrual periods?

Accepted Answer

Possible reasons: It can be due to hormonal changes and release of prostaglandin.  Reasons for significant menstrual cramps can be endometriosis,  cervical stenosis, uterine fibroids, adenomyosis & pelvic inflammatory disease.

Question 6

what could cause two menstrual periods in a month?

Accepted Answer

Anovulation: No ovulating can cause that.

Question 7

what can be done to stop lengthy menstrual periods?

Accepted Answer

Seek medical eval to: Determine reason first. Normal menstrual periods do not last longer than 7 days. Possible causes / risks for excessively long periods include but are not limited to: uterine fibroids, polyps, adenomyosis , endometrial cancer, type i diabetes mellitus, bleeding disorders (l.E., von  willebrand dz), clotting problems, infection, ovarian cyst, endometriosis ; hashimoto thyroiditis.

Question 8

if my menstrual came on for one day is that a period.?

Accepted Answer

Could be: It could be but i would do a pregnancy test is this is unusual for you.

Question 9

is it normal for menstrual periods to last longer than 7 days?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The average menstrual period ranges from 3 to 5 days - but up to 7 or 10 days is the upper limit of what would be considered normal.  If your periods are consistently 7 days or so, it is likely normal for you.  Most women will have shorter and lighter periods when taking birth control pills.

Question 10

i'm 22, and i haven't had any menstrual periods since i was 19. why?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: A complete history and physical exam would likely yield the answer to your question.  You need to see your gynecologist.

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