Q: hi, i am 47 year's old and have had no periods for three years. my body has frequently been burning up during this period. can i still get pregnant?

Very unlikely: You are very unlikely to get pregnant naturally, but miracles do happen sometimes.

Q: since ive taken 8 pregnancy test all neg. why do i fell flutters in my lower female area ive gained 12lbs. to is it just my digestive system or can i be pregnant remember im 57 & no periods for 6 years..please help me..ty?

You need ultrasound: for female system and bladder, then if all negative CT abdomen to find out if there are enlarging things that could cause you to gain weight. Just work with a clinician that you trust. This process will take time, but you will find it if you persist. Thanks for trusting HealthTap.

Q: i smell like i'm on my period... no periods for two years breastfeeding 16 month old... can't get rid of smell?

Smells vary: Your memory of your smell might be getting dim, but whatever it is - it sounds like you don't like it. Consider a OBGYN exam to discover what might be going on. It's not a bad idea for an exam after this long a time w/out your cycle anyway. Hopefully, it will prove to be nothing significant and you can ask for safe help w/ odor control. Best!

Q: i am 36.no periods for 7 years.all tests including fsh lh normal.ovaries nd uterus normal.only amh at .10.how can i get pregnant?

By being fertile: and having unprotected genital sex. Check w/your doctor for an evaluation, including endocrine disorders plus possible pcos if overweight,

Q: age 56. no periods for two years. just had 1 day of bleeding. went to gyn. transvaginal ultrasound result: textbook uterus. should i have more tests?

Post menopausal blee: The Number one concern for a woman with postmenopausal bleeding is uterine cancer. While transvaginal US can exclude endomentrial cancer a lind biopsy is warrented if the stripe is greater than 4mm, the endometrium is not visualized or appears thick.

Q: had an ablation 2 years ago with no periods or spotting for two years is it common to be spotting now?

Could be: I would have your GYN MD check the nature of the bleeding to be sure that it is not a sign of endometrial cancer. Unfortunately, endometrial ablation does not prevent bleeding for 100% of the patients.

Q: 40 years old period every two-three weeks?

See your doctor: There are many causes for irregular periods. It is possible that you are going through early menopause but unlikely at your age. If you are bleeding that frequently you need to blood tests to make sure that you are not anemic and to check your thyroid. You also need a pelvic exam to make sure that you do not have fibroids or some other condition that can cause bleeding.

Q: is it normal to have periods months apart for 5 years?

Perimenopause: Perimenopause, or menopause transition, begins several years before menopause. It's the time when the ovaries gradually begin to make less estrogen. It usually starts in a woman's 40s. In the last 1 to 2 years of perimenopause, this drop in estrogen speeds up. At this stage, many women have menopause symptoms including irregular periods or no periods, hot flashes, lower sex drive, fatigue.

Q: is it normal for a woman aged 52 years old?to still get periods?

It is possible: If you have your menarhe later than usual compare to other people, then you will have menopause later.Mostnpeople go to the change in the 40"s, but few can be as late as in the mid 50"s or so. If periods are off and on, then you need to see doctor for blood test, even endometrial biopsy for cancer of uterus.

Question 1

what is a dangerous hb range? mine is 6, i eat a healthy diet and i have been on mirena (levonorgestrel) with no periods for years?

Accepted Answer

Hgb <8: A hemoglobin of 6 is very low. There are many causes of anemia including bleeding (seen or unseen=occult), vitamin deficiencies, and lack of production from bone marrow problems.  Initial workup includes (at least): complete blood count (CBC) with differential, reticulocyte count, EPO level, peripheral blood smear. Additional studies from there...

Question 2

hi, i am 47 year's old and have had no periods for three years.  my body has frequently been burning up during this period.  can i still get pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: You are very unlikely to get pregnant naturally, but miracles do happen sometimes.

Question 3

since ive taken 8 pregnancy test all neg. why do i fell flutters in my lower female area ive gained 12lbs. to is it just my digestive system or can i be pregnant remember im 57 & no periods for 6 years..please help me..ty?

Accepted Answer

You need ultrasound: for female system and bladder, then if all negative CT abdomen to find out if there are enlarging things that could cause you to gain weight.  Just work with a clinician that you trust.  This process will take time, but you will find it if you persist.  Thanks for trusting HealthTap.

Question 4

i smell like i'm on my period... no periods for two years breastfeeding 16 month old... can't get rid of smell?

Accepted Answer

Smells vary: Your memory of your smell might be getting dim, but whatever it is - it sounds like you don't like it. Consider a OBGYN exam to discover what might be going on. It's not a bad idea for an exam after this long a time w/out your cycle anyway. Hopefully, it will prove to be nothing significant and you can ask for safe help w/ odor control. Best!

Question 5

i am 36.no periods for 7 years.all tests including fsh lh normal.ovaries nd uterus normal.only amh at .10.how can i get pregnant?

Accepted Answer

By being fertile: and having unprotected genital sex. Check w/your doctor for an evaluation, including endocrine disorders plus possible pcos if overweight,

Question 6

age 56. no periods for two years. just had 1 day of bleeding. went to gyn. transvaginal ultrasound result: textbook uterus. should i have more tests?

Accepted Answer

Post menopausal blee: The Number one concern for a woman with postmenopausal bleeding is uterine cancer.   While transvaginal US can exclude endomentrial cancer a lind biopsy is warrented if the stripe is greater than 4mm, the endometrium is not visualized or appears thick.

Question 7

had an ablation 2 years ago with no periods or spotting for two years  is it common to be spotting now?

Accepted Answer

Could be: I would have your GYN MD check the nature of the bleeding to be sure that it is not a sign of endometrial cancer. Unfortunately, endometrial ablation does not prevent bleeding for 100% of the patients.

Question 8

40 years old period every two-three weeks?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: There are many causes for irregular periods. It is possible that you are going through early menopause but  unlikely at your age. If you are bleeding that frequently you need to blood tests to make sure that you are not anemic and to check your thyroid. You also need a pelvic exam to make sure that you do not have fibroids or some other condition that can cause bleeding.

Question 9

is it normal to have periods months apart for 5 years?

Accepted Answer

Perimenopause: Perimenopause, or menopause transition, begins several years before menopause. It's the time when the ovaries gradually begin to make less estrogen. It usually starts in a woman's 40s. In the last 1 to 2 years of perimenopause, this drop in estrogen speeds up. At this stage, many women have menopause symptoms including irregular periods or no periods, hot flashes, lower sex drive, fatigue.

Question 10

is it normal for a woman aged 52 years old?to still get periods?

Accepted Answer

It is possible: If  you have your menarhe later than usual compare to other people, then you will have menopause later.Mostnpeople go to the change in the 40"s, but few can be as late as in the mid 50"s or so. If periods are off and on, then you need to see doctor for blood test, even endometrial biopsy for cancer of uterus.

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What is a dangerous hb range? mine is 6, i eat a healthy diet and i have been on mirena (levonorgestrel) with no periods for years?

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Hi, i am 47 year's old and have had no periods for three years. my body has frequently been burning up during this period. can i still get pregnant?

A member asked:

Since ive taken 8 pregnancy test all neg. why do i fell flutters in my lower female area ive gained 12lbs. to is it just my digestive system or can i be pregnant remember im 57 & no periods for 6 years..please help me..ty?

A member asked:

I smell like i'm on my period... no periods for two years breastfeeding 16 month old... can't get rid of smell?

A member asked:

I am 36.no periods for 7 years.all tests including fsh lh normal.ovaries nd uterus normal.only amh at .10.how can i get pregnant?

A member asked:

Age 56. no periods for two years. just had 1 day of bleeding. went to gyn. transvaginal ultrasound result: textbook uterus. should i have more tests?

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Had an ablation 2 years ago with no periods or spotting for two years is it common to be spotting now?

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40 years old period every two-three weeks?

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Is it normal to have periods months apart for 5 years?

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Is it normal for a woman aged 52 years old?to still get periods?

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