Question 1

why have i started my period a week early?

Accepted Answer

Periods can vary: This is normal.  It is not unusual for the week of your period to shift due to stress or illness.  In the first two years of having your period, irregular length is very common.

Keep track of the first day of each period on a calendar.  Looking at the pattern over 6-12 months is helpful and will give you an idea of what is normal for you.

Question 2

i started my period a week early. what can cause this?

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Early period: 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 &amp;   hormonal changes can cause spotting. 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

i started my period a week early than i usually come on. what could this mean?

Accepted Answer

Likely a normal : Variation. Slight irregularity in menstrual periods is a common occurrence. See this site for more info.
http://women.webmd.com/tc/missed-or-irregular-periods-topic-overview.

Question 4

i started my period a week early, could i be pregnant?

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Likely not: Unless this period that started a week early is very light and short, it is unlikely that an early period means you are pregnant.  There are many reasons to have a period be early including stress, hormones being off, infection, illness.  But if you are still concerned check a pregnancy test.

Question 5

i have been on melodene for the past 4 years. this month, i started my period a week early, and although i am still taking my pill as normal, it hasn't stopped. this isn't the first time it's happened. is this something to worry about?

Accepted Answer

Breakthrough bleed: Breakthrough bleeding (bleeding at the wrong time)  is very common on birth control. It happens in about 1/3 of users. Its no big deal and usually self corrects over time.  If you are not satisfied or it continues to happen  then consider using a different birth control method. It is a common side effect and does not mean something is wrong or that the pill is not working.

Question 6

i started my period a week early two weeks ago. i ended last week and now im spotting again?

Accepted Answer

See your GYN: This can happen to females on hormones as well as certain underlying conditions. It would be best for you to see your gyn soon.

Question 7

sprintec for a 1 1/2 years. normal periods but sunday when i started my period a week early. normal? i'm also a smoker

Accepted Answer

Stop smoking: Breakthrough bleeding (bleeding at the wrong time)  is very common on birth control. It happens in about 1/3 of users. Its no big deal and usually self corrects over time.  If you are not satisfied or it continues to happen  then consider using a different birth control method. It is a common side effect and does not mean something is wrong or that the pill is not working.

Question 8

i started my period a week early and it only lasted for 3 days usually when i get my period it lasted 7 days can i be pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Hard to guess: It can be hard to tell if a woman is pregnant because some of the symptoms seen in early pregnancy can also happen in non-pregnant women. A urine pregnancy test gives a reliable result if done correctly. One can test about 3 weeks after sex (3 weeks after when conception might have occurred), or 1 week after missing a period. An Ob-Gyn doctor can evaluate any persistent or worrisome symptoms.

Question 9

i started my period a week early with no cramps, i usually get really bad cramps.. does that mean anything?

Accepted Answer

Hopefully: this is the beginning of less painful periods.  A woman's body changes throughout her life and it is common for the cramps associated with a period to be worse during teen years.  At least this period is a little easier to tolerate and hopefully it is a sign of decreased cramping with future periods.

Question 10

i started my period a week early, it was lighter than normal,  and it lasted 2 days. i'm having some pregnancy symptoms and i'm wondering what to do?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy test: It is very important to rule out pregnancy if you think you have symptoms. Pregnancy test kits are about $1 at the dollar store. Or you can go to a Public Health clinic to get tested. If your pregnancy test comes back negative, it is very likely your period starting a week early and lasting for 2 days are within normal range for regular period cycles.

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I started my period a week early than i usually come on. what could this mean?

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I started my period a week early, could i be pregnant?

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I have been on melodene for the past 4 years. this month, i started my period a week early, and although i am still taking my pill as normal, it hasn't stopped. this isn't the first time it's happened. is this something to worry about?

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I started my period a week early two weeks ago. i ended last week and now im spotting again?

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Sprintec for a 1 1/2 years. normal periods but sunday when i started my period a week early. normal? i'm also a smoker

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I started my period a week early and it only lasted for 3 days usually when i get my period it lasted 7 days can i be pregnant?

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I started my period a week early with no cramps, i usually get really bad cramps.. does that mean anything?

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I started my period a week early, it was lighter than normal, and it lasted 2 days. i'm having some pregnancy symptoms and i'm wondering what to do?

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