Question 1

how to stop your period for a few hours ?

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Tampon?: I don't think you can "stop" your period for just a few hours and then start it up again. All you can do is use tampon to stop/absorb flow for short period of time then switch back to sanitary napkin or pad. You can manipulate timing of your periods by adjusting how you take hormonal contraception. Talk this over w/your doc. Helps if you explain why you want to do this so s/he can better help you.

Question 2

is it true that you can stop your period for a few hours by consuming alcohol?

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No: That will not work. Alcohol does not delay the menses.

Question 3

does sucking a lemon, or drinking water with gelatin stop your period for hours?

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No: Neither sucking a lemon nor drinking water with gelatin will have any effect on your menstrual period.

Question 4

can you stop your period in a few hours for a day?

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Not a constant flow: Your menstrual flow is actually not continuous. The cervical os (cervical opening is actually closed most of time) and thus preventing constant flow of your menstruation. When your uterus contracts, it forces the os to open and thus outflow of your period content. This happens many times during day. You see the blood all the time because "residual blood in vagina." consult doc. Good luck.

Question 5

what does it mean when your period starts lightly then stops completely after 24 hours?

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Spotting: If your periods were regular before then suddenly turns to spotting this is not considered a normal period. It could mean that you may have a slight shedding of the lining of your uterus either from a hormonal imbalance , a polyp  and occasionally something more serious. If it becomes a pattern i would recommend having it checked. You may need blood tests and an ultrasound. Check for pregnancy.

Question 6

what would cause a period to stop after two days then start back up after almost 8 hours ?

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Normal: Little pauses during a period can be normal.  Some of the lining in your uterus just may have not quite been ready to release yet.  Rest easy.  Hope this helps!

Question 7

hi. my dr suggested that i take miralax every other day bc of no bm..i get a bm around 1 hour later, but on the directions it says to expect a bm in 1 to 3 days. why do i get bm in such a shorter period of time..is this odd? when do i stop taking it?

Accepted Answer

Some basics: Miralax works in a different way surrounding itself with water that it does not allow the intestines to extract. In doing so it keeps poop soft when you do go. If you went soon after you took it, it was unlikely do the med. It usually takes 2-3 days to move far enough down the gut to do anything. I would take it daily until you are sure you stay regular. Wean off when it suits you.

Question 8

how can i stop my period just for a couple of hours ?

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I don't think that: There is an 'on-off' switch to instaneously stop your period.

Question 9

can u have a normal period stop for 24 hours then start again?

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Yes: It is common for the menses to wax and wane, start and stop, ebb and flow.  The cycles can vary from time to time.

Question 10

what does it mean if my period just stops within a couple hours?

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Age 47: Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections ;  hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  As one approaches menopause the cycles generally change.

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Hi. my dr suggested that i take miralax every other day bc of no bm..i get a bm around 1 hour later, but on the directions it says to expect a bm in 1 to 3 days. why do i get bm in such a shorter period of time..is this odd? when do i stop taking it?

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