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I can go months between periods...
I'm a 17 year old female and i have been concerned with my menstrual cycles. i started my period in 5th grade, and ever since I've started having a period, its been so unregulated. I can go months without a period. When im on my period, it will only last about a week or so. I never keep track of my period because i never knew how long or how off i was supposed to be. I talked to my mom about it, and she sounds like she understands, but has not done anything about it. It concerns me because i dont think this is normal lol
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I am glad to know that you have concern about your menstrual cycle. Now, as you said that your periods are irregular you should consult with your doctor about this on time so that there are no further complications. Always keep track of your periods as it will help you to stay alert if periods are missed, and try to use proper menstrual protection like menstrual cups so that you are comfortable during your periods. You may check for menstrual cups from [Link](Mouse over link to see full location)
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Your 17 almost an Adult and have been getting a period for about 7 years. By know your period should become more regular. By regular meaning once every 21 to 28 days.
Since you are almost an adult and by a Law called HIPPA you have the right to see a doctor with or without parental permission for anything concerning your reproductive system. HIPPA is a Federal Law passed so young people like yourself could seek medical help when needed for problems or questions concerning their reproductive health. Your mom may think nothing is wrong so under this law you have the right to seek medical help without her permission.
You need to see a gynecologist and let the doctor decide if you have a problem. You could ask your family doctor to refer you to one or you could contact your local hospitals patient referral line to be referred to one. Most important is you want to see a Board Certified Gynecologist. This is a doctor who has had special training and spent a year in a Fellowship learning this specialty. It is your choice to see a male or female doctor so ask for which ever you prefer.
There may be nothing wrong with you. At 17 you may still be in puberty and this is the result of being in puberty. You need a definite answer so you know and know how to proceed with life.
The fact that you are not getting periods does not mean you cannot get pregnant. If this is what your menstrual cycle is to be yo9u need to know this. You need to know how to protect yourself from pregnancy so you can enjoy an adult sex life when the time comes.
My advice is: If mom won't take you to see a gynecologist make your own appointment to see one.
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While it's true that most women's periods become regular by the age you are, I know many women who experience extremely irregular periods. The best thing for you to do is see a gynecologist to get to the root of the problem. Ask your mom if you can visit hers, and if not, visit a planned parenthood like the user below me suggested. Your doctor may tell you there's nothing to worry about or may prescribe medication to you to fix the problem. Hormonal birth control will generally solve the issue.
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If you were a late bloomer and didn't get your period til recently, I'd say give it some time yet to regulate on it's own. However since you started your period in 5th grade, it's had plenty of time to do so. And yes, it's common in the beginning for a period to not come for 2 months or to get two smaller ones in one month. I had both happen to me for my 14th and 15th years but it became regular after that. If mom still won't take you (after you tell her what I've written), then go to any Planned Parenthood and see them about that. There could be a problem with your hormones which Drs can easily fix with medication just for the time your body needs to learn to regulate. Maybe a few years and then you may not need to take it anymore. Your Dr. can keep tabs on that for you with yearly visits.
Good luck dear
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