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Kaite asked in Beauty & StyleSkin & Body · 1 decade ago

for my girls only!!!?

I have been on my period for 9 days now. The first 4 days were heavy flow and then these last 5 have been light. Is something wrong...should I see my doctor...or is this normal?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    different girls' periods act differently. and sometimes it'll go quickly and sometimes it'll drag on forever, this is especially true for younger girls. since the last days have been light, i would take that as a sign that it's tapering off. give it a bit more time. i would probably say that if you hit 2 weeks, then it may be time to see a doctor. but that's just my opinion

  • 1 decade ago

    I wouldn't worry if I were you. The good thing is that it has slowed. If you are feeling weak, drink lots of juice and be sure to eat a well balanced meal.

    I get my period in the same manner. Very heavy for the first 3 or 4 days and then as long as a week later it is still there as a light flow. I know that it makes me miserable and probably you too. Just know that you not the only one.

  • 1 decade ago

    I heard a normal period lasts 7 to 8 days so talk to a doctor.

  • 1 decade ago

    Is there any chance that you could be pregnant? If so, then possibly you are having a miscarriage. If there is no way, then did you miss a period recently? I f that is the case then your body may be trying to release all of the built-up blood on your uterine lining. The lining is breaking down and flushing out of your system. If neither of these scenarios apply to you, then you need to call your doctor tomorrow and have an exam. You will feel better if you take care of this right away! Good luck!

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  • 1 decade ago

    You're probably fine. Everybody's flow is different. Mine lasts 2 days sometimes. See a doctor if you want and he can give you more information about it. But don't worry too much about it, unless it lasts over a couple weeks. It could be caused from stress.

  • 1 decade ago

    Your menstural cycle will change almost everytime. I know mine does, anyways! I'm perfectly fine, so I'd say it's normal. The first few days are the worst, but it eventually starts slowing down. If you're concerned about it, it wouldn't hurt to seea doctor. Just get some Midol, plenty of chocolate, and a great big pillow and I think you'll be fine!

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    it's normal... don't worry if it gets 2 more than 10-12 days than go and ask a doctor. Trust me I kno! mine lasted 10 days all heavy and then the next time it was normal... so don't worry.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    It all depends. It could be stress, eating habits, depends if you're on the pill. My period sometimes lasts that long and it sucks but don't freak. If you lose TOO much blood though, or it lasts over 11 days then maybe you should go to the doc. I hope I helped you.

  • 1 decade ago

    Whoa 9 days holy crap my only lasts 3, i dont know some girls can go up to 2 weeks but if its like 12 days then i guess you should go see

  • 1 decade ago

    You can have your period for up to 14 days. A lot of things can affect your cycle such as stress, a hormonal imbalance or a poor diet. I would talk to your gyno if it lasts longer than 14 days. It could be a sign of something serious such as cervical cancer or an ovarian cyst.

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