Question 1

how late can normal menarche be in the u.s.?

Accepted Answer

Late bloomer: Menarche should start within 2 years of breast development and growth spurt. Delay of menses past the age of 14 is suspect.  Basic hormonal evaluation should follow together with a complete physical and a limited pelvic exam.

Question 2

is it possible to ovulate for years or months prior to menarche?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: The pubescent system is unlikely to ovulate for any lengthy interval prior to menarche. Ovulation triggers creation of a follicle that secrets a hormone responsible for menses if pregnancy does not occur. A teen near the point of menarche can ovulate prior to her first menses, resulting in a pregnancy prior to menarche.

Question 3

is it true that it is very rare for ovulation to occur before menarche?

Accepted Answer

It may or may not: Many girls have early cycles driven solely by their estrogen with breakdown menses at irregular times.They may not ovulate consistently for many months and don't have to for any cycle. However, they can also ovulate prior to their first cycle.My first med-student delivery was a 13 yo who had never had menses.Menses is not always a marker for ovulation, especially in young teens.

Question 4

this is my menarche and it's super dark brown and has clots. is this weird? should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

No: Nineteen is a late age for menarche. It would be good to see your doctor for a general health check.
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Question 5

since menarche is rarely caused by ovulation (asked here 2 times, and they said its uncommon prior to menarche) , what is the main cause behind it?

Accepted Answer

Please see below: Menarche is a sign of uterus being prepared to conceive.  If your uterus is not prepared, its not possible to get pregnant.

Question 6

my  daughter is only  142 cm . she is 15 yrs now , attained menarche at age 10 . can she in any way grow in height ?  i am 148 cm & my husband is 172.

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: You can usually expect 4-5 cm after menarche but that is usually complete within 2-3 yrs. By 5 yr later, the growth centers of the bones have usually fused & no further linear growth is possible. An x-ray of her hand can show of there are growth centers still open & growth possible.Estimated height based on parent height would be 155cm, but many other factors can prevent attaining that level.

Question 7

what is isolated menarche?

Accepted Answer

Isolated menarche: Isolated menarche is menstural bleeding in pre-pubital girls and who are not showing any signs of sexual maturation.

Question 8

what are menarche symptoms?

Accepted Answer

MENARCHE: The first 2 years after menarche , the mens.  Are irregular, sometimes heavy or  light and at times no bleeding. This is normal.

Question 9

what is average age for menarche?

Accepted Answer

12.5: The average age for onset of menstrual cycles is 12.5
the normal range is ages 9-15.

Question 10

how can i tell when i'll get my menarche?

Accepted Answer

Timing/physical sign: Menarche comes an average of 2&1/2 years after breast buds with a range of about 1-4y. Most girls will notice a slight  mucous discharge that will produce some discoloration of your underwear for up to 6m before you start.

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