Question 1

how long does zika last in a persons system? i.e., how long should a person (m/f) who tested positive for zika wait before attempting to procreate?

Accepted Answer

8 weeks: Only 20% of infected people have symptoms, usually mild fever + aches + rash lasting less than a week. It might be transmitted sexually and was once found transmitted from male to female 6 weeks after infection. CDC recommends avoiding conception for 8 weeks.

Question 2

is it normal to have to wait a long time to get your period

Accepted Answer

Everyone has a diffe: Everyone has a different cycle. This is something to discuss with your physician

Question 3

good day.  how many weeks should my wife wait to go for test after missing her period beyond her cycle?

Accepted Answer

One: Waiting 1 week after a missed cycle would be fine. If you had unprotected sex during her fertile time of the month, you can check a urine pregnancy test now if you are getting anxious. Good Luck.

Question 4

last period was 2 days early and only lasted 2 days (barely) and this period is 1 day late. how long should i wait to take a test?

Accepted Answer

HPT:  You can take a home pregnancy test as soon as you are late for your period. If negative and still no period, consider retesting in one week with an early morning void.

Question 5

is it true the menstraul cycle can range from 21-35 days? i am 5 days late, its been 30 days no sign of period should i wait 5 more days?

Accepted Answer

Period late: Since stress and emotional turmoil from any cause can delay ovulation, and the "period" always comes almost exactly 14 days after ovulation, the menses can be from 21 to 35 days depending on when ovulatin occurs. Most women do not vary more than a day or two, so if your period does not come in the next five days, obtain a serum pregnancy test, and if negative see your health provider.

Question 6

i'm 19 & a virgin, period ended 6 days ago but have been bleeding (lightly) today, should i just wait to see if it goes or could it be serious?

Accepted Answer

May not be.: Hormonal poblems is probably the cause of your irregular bleeding . See your doctor .

Question 7

if i want to get my nuvaring schedule back to normal after skipping a period can i just wait an extra week to put the ring in after taking it out?

Accepted Answer

Taking a chance: When you are off a hormonal contraceptive for more than 4 or 5 days, you can ovulate.       You could be playing with fire.

Question 8

when can i restart my pill i'm taking marvalon, i stopped taking it for an operation, do i take it anytime or do i have to wait for my next period?

Accepted Answer

Today : You can restart your birth control today unless there is a risk that you are pregnant.

Question 9

my daughter just got her 1st period. how many mos. will she wait till she gets it again? i've read that it'll be irreg. on the first few months. help.

Accepted Answer

Varies: Young women often don't ovulate consistently in the first 6m to 1 yr. Ovulation adds a natural regulator hormone to the process. Otherwise the cycles are driven by estrogen and irregular cycles occur.15-45 days are common but up to 90 days has occurred in normal girls. When delayed, they are often heavier. In time they settle down into a more traditional pattern.

Question 10

i stopped taking the pill after 5 years; how long is normal to wait for your first natural period? and when is it a time to take a test if still late?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Some texts will report that it can take up to a year to have a regular cycle.  But, you should have a period (in any capacity) within a few months.  If you have absolutely no bleeding/period for more than 2 months after stopping, i would recommend you see your physician. It still may be normal, but i would recommend checking at that point.

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How long does zika last in a persons system? i.e., how long should a person (m/f) who tested positive for zika wait before attempting to procreate?

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Is it normal to have to wait a long time to get your period

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Good day. how many weeks should my wife wait to go for test after missing her period beyond her cycle?

A member asked:

Last period was 2 days early and only lasted 2 days (barely) and this period is 1 day late. how long should i wait to take a test?

A member asked:

Is it true the menstraul cycle can range from 21-35 days? i am 5 days late, its been 30 days no sign of period should i wait 5 more days?

A member asked:

I'm 19 & a virgin, period ended 6 days ago but have been bleeding (lightly) today, should i just wait to see if it goes or could it be serious?

A member asked:

If i want to get my nuvaring schedule back to normal after skipping a period can i just wait an extra week to put the ring in after taking it out?

A member asked:

When can i restart my pill i'm taking marvalon, i stopped taking it for an operation, do i take it anytime or do i have to wait for my next period?

A member asked:

My daughter just got her 1st period. how many mos. will she wait till she gets it again? i've read that it'll be irreg. on the first few months. help.

A member asked:

I stopped taking the pill after 5 years; how long is normal to wait for your first natural period? and when is it a time to take a test if still late?

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