menstrual period – Center for Young Women's Health

I am chronically ill and frequently miss school days, and am worried about missing too many.I have extreme period pain that can make it hard to walk or sit, should I miss school for my period? And how can I manage it at school?

Updated 12 January 2026 under Ask Us.

We encourage you to attend school on a daily basis and to engage in as much of the school day as possible (including half/partial days), even in the presence of […]

I woke up one day and when I stood up a gush of blood (mostly liquid blood) coming out during my period and it never happened again. Did something bad happen?

Updated 6 November 2023 under Ask Us.

Great question! The short answer is yes, it’s totally normal to have a period that fluctuates based on where you are in your cycle and what you are doing during […]

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Menstrual Period: How to Prepare for your First Period

Updated 10 September 2022 under Health Guides.

Ever wondered about how to prepare for your first period? A great place to start is by understanding the “why” – why does a uterus menstruate? Next, get to know […]

I’m having period cramps and it really, really hurts. What are the best tips?

Updated 9 July 2022 under Ask Us.

This is such an important question! Menstrual periods may be light and easy for some people, but for others, they may be heavy and/or accompanied by painful cramps. We’re sorry […]

What happens if I get my period at school?

Updated 6 May 2022 under Ask Us.

Great question! The best way to prepare for your first period is by creating a plan. Most teens who live in the United States, experience their first menses (period) between […]

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Are there any side effects from Depo-Provera (injectable birth control)? I haven’t had my period since I received my first injection one month ago. Should I be concerned?

Updated 18 March 2022 under Ask Us.

Thank you for your question! Most teens receive their first Depo-Provera injection during the first five days of their last normal menstrual period, which provides protection against pregnancy right away. […]

A few days ago, when I went to the bathroom, there was brown stuff in my underwear! I have never had my period and I don’t know how to tell anyone, please help!

Updated 11 October 2021 under Ask Us.

Take a big deep breath, everything is going to be fine! Brown discharge can happen before, during, or after your period. However, if it’s your first time having brown discharge, […]

I haven’t had my period since April, before that it had been absent for 6 months, before that 4 months. Now it’s gone again, is there a pattern? My aunt had PCOS, could I also have PCOS? Should I be worried about it?

Updated 27 August 2021 under Ask Us.

Periods, hormones, and timing don’t always make a good trio, which is super frustrating. However, developing a strong understanding on the things that can impact hormone regulation and in turn […]

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I had my first period at age 12, but I haven’t have another one since. I am 16 years old now. What is wrong with me?

Updated 4 August 2021 under Ask Us.

This is such a great question, so glad you asked! Amenorrhea (pronounced “a-men-or-re-ah”) means absent or no menstrual period. There are two different types of amenorrhea, primary and secondary. Primary […]

My pregnancy test was negative and I used protection, but my period is 9 days late. Should I be concerned?

Updated 10 May 2021 under Ask Us.

Yes, it’s still possible to be pregnant even after a negative pregnancy test and successful protection use. When condoms are used 100% effectively, they provide 98% chance of protection against […]

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