Question 1

can a period only last two days?

Accepted Answer

Yes : A normal menstrual period can be from one to seven days of blood flow. 
Usually, not always, the number of days of flow is consistent each month for a person.

Question 2

how long is a period supposed to last?

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Periods: or Menses, last from 3 to 7 days.

Question 3

what it means if period last only 2 days?

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Light period.: The main reason for light periods is a change in hormone levels. Causes for what seems to be a light period can include: implantation bleeding in early pregnancy, thyroid problems, eating disorders, excessive exercise, initial periods for a girl, use of an intrauterine device, oral contraceptives & perimenopause.

Question 4

could it be healthy for a period to last 7 days?

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Up to 7 days: Is still within normal limits.

Question 5

please tell me, could a period last for one day?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The main reason for light periods is change in hormone levels. Causes for what seems to be a light period can include: thyroid problems, eating disorders, excessive exercise, initial periods for a girl, use of an intrauterine device, oral contraceptives, perimenopause ; implantation bleeding in early pregnancy which rarely occurs.

Question 6

what does it mean when a period lasts over 10 days?

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Get med eval.: 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 7

why would a period last last a week, stop and restart?

Accepted Answer

You may be: Experiencing hormonal imbalances. Notify your gynecologist if it does not resolve.

Question 8

why i am getting period only one day from last 3 month?

Accepted Answer

Irregular periods: 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 .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

Question 9

what does it meek when a period only last for one hour?

Accepted Answer

It is not a period: If you have bleeding from the vagina and last for one hour only, that is not a period.

Question 10

please advise if it's normal for a period to last 7 days?

Accepted Answer

Up to 7 days: Long is still within normal limits. Longer than 7 days - is not normal.

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