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Menstruation

Menstruation is the routine discharge, or release, of blood and mucosal tissue from the uterus. This process occurs about once a month from the time a female reaches puberty until menopause. During pregnancy, the monthly menstrual cycle is absent while the womb nourishes the growing fetus.

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My period is 14 days late. Pregnancy tests are negative. People say it is caused by stress but should I be as late as this?

All women at one time or another will have a late or even skipped period. Teenagers in particular are known to have irregular menstrual cycles, where 45 days is actually closer to the average number of days for a cycle than 28. Women in their mid to late 20's generally have an average of 35 to 38 day cycles, Women in their 30's cycle runs 32 to 35 days and it isn't until a woman is in her 40's that an average cycle is 28 days.

Having the flu, taking exams, having a boss who makes your life miserable, are all things that can cause stress. While we know stress, dieting and exercising can delay your cycle. On the other hand, except for the flu, those things don't generally cause symptoms of pregnancy. The only thing that can cause the real symptoms caused by a pregnancy; is unprotected sex or birth control failure like a broken condom or taking certain antibioticswhile using BCPs and no back up method.

So depending which category you fall into, if your period is two weeks late, even with a negative EPT and you are having nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness and possibly period like cramping, with no sign of a period; calling your doctor or clinic and getting a serum hCG (blood test) is the best way to find out if you are pregnant or cause your period to start.

Can heavy intake of salt affect menstrual cycle?

Yes, when i was young i would have salt on everything, i was about 14 when i got my first period because of the amount of salt i have had. Salt can make your menstrual cycle messed, sometimes id miss 2 months. Today i cant conceive children because of the damage salt has done to me.

What happens when you don't get your period in a mouth?

You probably wouldn't want to have your period in your mouth, but assuming you meant month, you could be pregnant & if your not sexually active &/or know 100% that you are not pregnant, it could be from stress or if you have started a new exercise regime, that could also delay it.

Does putting in a tampon hurt im really scared?

Inserting a tampon should not hurt - being a virgin makes no difference as to whether it will hurt or not because sex doesn't change your vagina in any way - if scared there's no reason to use tampons. When it comes to inserting tampons you're in control so if you do start to feel pain then you just have to stop and address the cause of the pain. As long as you're relaxed and use tampons correctly it shouldn't hurt.

Can you stop your period for a couple days after it has started if the bleeding is light?

No, you can't stop your period once it's started - there's no reason to stop it either as there's nothing you can't do during menstruation.

How long is your period irregular?

Your period may stay irregular until you are 18 to 20 years old when you will develop a regular cycle.

Could my tender breasts be a symptom of early menopause?

It is possible t obe 38 and to start menopause. This though is highly unlikely. It would be suggested that you visit a doctor as soon as possible.

Your daughter is on the depo shot and is having a heavy period should i be concernd?

No. Depo can lead to either heavier or lighter periods or even no period depending on the person. Talk to someone at Planned Parenthood for better details.

One side of your vagina very swollen?

  • Your vulval tissues are very delicate. If they are treated roughly, the skin may be damaged causing blood to race to the surface to help repair it. Treated with respect you will heal, but avoid too rough play.
  • Damaged skin can leave you open to infection such as Candida which can cause swelling and inflammation. It is probably wise to consider this as a possibility if your condition lasts more than a day or two and especially if your fooling around included Oral Sex. Candida is naturally on the body, but in some cases can OVERGROW, causing all sorts of inflammation. Check out what I have advised on similar questions about Vaginal problems.
  • Spermicides used alone or on condoms can cause severe swelling and soreness if you are sensitive to them. take a warm bath with baking soda.
  • I have also experienced vaginal swelling after intercourse with my boyfriend. It normally is okay after a few hours or so, but can be a little sore, especially when going to the toilet. Sex had been a little bit rough, so reading this article has helped me. Is there any need to see a doctor about this?
  • Hormonal changes. From aging, pregnancy, birth control. etc.
  • I had this problem when I went to get a pap...And it seems that it runs in the family...However, I was told by my sister and my doctor that it was nothing serious, and that most likely it was caused by either me having had just lost my virginity a few days before, or because my hormones were all over the place right after my period... I was put on birth control, and the swelling has gone down, however I haven't been to the doctor lately to see how well I am doing... But I would suggest that you go see your gynecologist to know exactly what is going on.
  • Vaginal swelling: Swelling of the vagina. See free access online books about Vaginal swelling below. See detailed information below for a list of 15 causes of Vaginal swelling, including diseases and drug side effect causes.
  • Causes of Vaginal swelling: The following medical conditions are some of the possible causes of Vaginal swelling. There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor about your symptoms.
  • Trauma
  • Infection
  • Irritation from ointments and soaps
  • Allergy to semen
  • Rough or prolonged sexual intercourse
  • Gonorrhea
  • Streptococcus infection
  • Staphylococcus infection
  • E. coli infection
  • Trichomonas infection
  • Monilia infection
  • Cysts of Gartne's duct
  • Endometriosis
  • Carcinomawomen often have too much sex, and the vag starts to hurt. it causes the swelling.
  • It can happen from putting your fingers or anything up there. You may have accidentally scratched yourself and gotten an infection. I got the same thing from doing that and I was in the E.R for like five hours. They put me on antibiotics and within a few days the pain and swelling went down. Just riding a bike or horse can literally rub you the wrong way.
  • The same thing happened to me a few weeks ago. I was super worried it was something serious but, i talked to my older sisters and a doctor and turns out that it could have been an allergic reaction to my new birth control or a yeast infection. Birth control makes your hormones fluctuate and may cause vaginal swelling and irritation. There is also a possibility that you could have had a yeast infection (causing it to be itchy and have a 'cottage-cheesy' discharge) your vagina is very sensitive and too much itching could have caused it also. Another possibility is a allergic reaction to; well, ANYTHING... a new laundry detergent, a wet bathing suit, latex or even in some cases semen. Best thing to do? Wait it out- go to a nearby drug store an grab an anti-itch cream, wear cotton underwear and loose pants also try your hardest not to itch. If it isn't getting ANY better you may want to see your doctor.

How do you know if your period is starting?

Some women have cramps every time, some only have them occasionally, and some never. So you may be able to tell by that, if you have cramps in your lower abdomen. But if it is your very first period, you may not know at all until it has started. Then you can start to pay attention to what time of the month it happens, and if your periods are regular, you will learn when to expect them. But not everyone is regular, and lots of girls are not regular at first. So you just have to learn how your body acts as you go along. Quote from the Related Link: "A good sign you're getting close to the time when your first period will arrive is if you notice a thick, white mucous discharge coming from your vagina. Usually, this happens about 6 months before you get your first period."

Is something wrong if this is your 2nd pregnancy and you're due in about a month and 2 weeks ago you had a lot of vaginal mucus and it was about the size of a quarter and you've been cramping lately?

As you near the end of your pregnancy, your cervix will begin to thin out and dilate. As it changes, you may lose your mucus plug and find a gooey deposit in your underwear or on the toilet tissue after wiping. It is not uncommon for this mucus to be mixed with brown, pink, or red streaks of blood from the changes occurring within your cervix. Some women may lose the plug at 36 weeks' gestation, while many others may not lose it until labor has begun. Sometimes moms-to-be may not even notice that they are losing their mucus plug because it happens gradually, over several weeks, and they've already grown accustomed to varying but increased amounts of the vaginal discharge that often accompanies a normal pregnancy. If you are earlier than 36 weeks' pregnant when you see blood-tinged mucus, or if you have any vaginal bleeding beyond the first trimester, you should call your practitioner. Is labor soon to follow? Rumors seem to abound when it comes to what it means to lose your mucus plug. While there's hardly a pregnant woman out there who doesn't wonder when exactly she will go into labor, the appearance of the mucus plug does not answer this question with any certainty. That said, loss of the mucus plug is often the first sign that labor is approaching. Before you make a mad dash to Labor and Delivery, however, remind yourself that many women do not go into labor for a week or two after this event. In fact, if you are full term--which almost by definition means that you'll be welcoming your new baby within the next few weeks--there is usually no need to even make an after-hours call to your practitioner. Hope this helps!!! Pam

Can a condom fall off the penis and into the vagina and get lost?

It can, and if it does happen, you can try to get it out, but you do have to be careful as to not damage the vaginal walls, or you can cause a lot of pain to yourself/her. If you cannot retrieve it, then you do need to get medical attention quite soon, as you can devolp Toxic Shock Syndrome, which is also common with women and tampons. It does not take long for TSS to begin running its course, so you should go to your doctor within 12 hours or as soon as possible.

Try using water from the shower head to flush the vagina, it sometimes works.

You have clear and cremy vaginal discharge that has a very strong smell to it you have never had a period before now are you just about to start I have pubic hair and I am slight overweight?

It could be a yeast infection. Talk to your mom. You might need to see a doctor. ---- Make a doctor's appointment for a examination and let the test results answer your question. Odor is a sign of a need for treatment.

What will happen if you insert a tampon before you start your period?

You should never use tampons when not menstruating, even with spotting it's a bad idea.

Tampons are dry and absorbent so without enough flow as lubrication there will be increased friction between the vagina and the tampon so cause more irritation as well as increased damage to vaginal tissues, tampons also absorb moisture so will cause further damage to vaginal tissues. As well as potentially painful to use tampons without sufficient flow this significantly increases TSS risks.

Do breasts have to hurt to ovulate?

Breasts do not HAVE to hurt to ovulate. However, it is often the case that they do. It depends on the person. Some times a womans breasts hurt, while another womans dont.

Is it normal to have large heavy blood clots and cramps for the entire time you have your period?

well a period is different for most people, it can be light or heavy, the colour and even the odor is all dependant upon you; your weight, your activity level, whether you've had kids or not....but it is a little odd having cramps the entire time, when you get cramps its usually just normal bodily reaction, however there are certain people who will have severely painful cramps until they dispose of their 'waste', as sometimes a menstrual cycle can cause your food to be digested quicker, thus building up the 'waste' faster than the body is used to, (AKA poop a little bit more frequently when on your period) if this doesn't help consider asking your doctor, it may just be your special body, but it might be more serious than that. better safe than sorry!

Is vaginal bleeding for three days after using tioconazole 6.5 oitment normal?

I don't know if it is normal but I have the same problem with this and monistat and probably clotrimazole...

When is the ovulation day of a 38 day cycle?

Ovulation typically opccurs 14 days before menstruation, thus during a 38 day cycle ovulation likely occured on day on day 24 - a woman cannot know for sure when she ovulated unless using fertility awareness method or ovulation testing kits.

What does it mean when a womans period is a bright orange?

It could be anemia, or a high bilirubin concentration in the blood, which could be related to a blocked hepatic duct. Get to a doc and have a CBC done, and take it from there.

Is mastitis the inflammation of the uterus?

No, it is a swelling of the soft tissue of the breasts. My understanding is it is caused by retention of fluids (don't quote me on that)

Can you get preagnet on your period?

You can't get pregnant on your period as there is no egg present, however if your menstrual cycle is short it is possible for you to have fertile cervical mucus present during menstruation which can keep sperm alive in the vagina up to 7 days - by which time you may ovulate. Thus you can get pregnant as a result of sex during menstruation.