Question 1

is getting a period at age 56 normal?

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"period at age 56": The average age of true menopause is 54, but some women menstruate longer. If the bleeding is an isolated event, with months or years prior with no bleeding, this may be simply variation in estrogen levels, with withdrawal bleeding when the level drops below the previously sustained level.  See your gyn for an exam and pelvic ultrasound to evaluate this bleeding.

Question 2

what is the normal age to get a period?

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Age 12 : Age of first menstrual cycle (menarche) occurs about 2 1/2 years after puberty. The onset of menarch has declined fourfold in the last decade. Genetics and environment play a factor in the onset of first menses.

Question 3

is it normal for a woman's period to change from 5 days long to 3 days long at age 23?

Accepted Answer

Menstrual Periods: Yes. Of course.  The body is not static. It is dynamic.  Hormone levels change. Weight changes. Your diet changes. The seasons Change.  What is your real concern?

Question 4

is having a period every 3 months (4 in a year) normal for a woman who is 29 years old? i started by period at age 14 & have always been irregular.

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No: It is not typical for a 29 year old woman to have menstrual periods every three months without any type of birth control plan in place.  You should get checked for PCOS, hormonal issues, etc..  Make sure pregnancy is not a consideration. Follow up with a gyn is advised.

Question 5

child9years of age started period normal?

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This is early: Sadly, girls are going through puberty and starting their periods earlier and earlier. In general, it is still considered abnormal for girls to have breast development and pubic hair growth before age 7, and to have periods start before age 10. That said, because the trend is younger and younger, periods at age 9 might be "normal" in this instance.  See the doc for an evaluation.

Question 6

hi am aged 35 and have never had a period is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No, it is not normal: You need to get an ultrasound and check your hormones. Please make an appointment with a gynecologist.

Question 7

please describe the normal age for girls to start her first period?

Accepted Answer

11 to 13 years old: Menarche usually occurs between ages 11 & 13 in the us. However for some their period could start as early as age 9 & for others not until 16. Before you have a period, you will have noticed breast development, pubic hair & white to yellowish vaginal discharge. Before the first period a girl may feel bloated, develop cramps in legs or abdomen & feel moody (depressed or anxious).

Question 8

what is a normal age for a child to  begin her period?

Accepted Answer

Range: The average age of a girl when she gets her first period is around 12 years-old.  However, the range can be between 10-15.

Question 9

when is a normal age for a girl to start their period?

Accepted Answer

Age of menarche : ThaE avarage  age of menarche in girls is about 12.5 years  but can occur as early as 9 years.  Good luck

Question 10

what age is normal for a teen getting her first period?

Accepted Answer

Ave in US 12-13: The expected range in the us is 9-15 with about 1% occurring earlier or later.

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