Asked for Female | 18 Years
Is my heavy and painful period normal at 18?
Patient's Query
I am 18 years old. Ever since I was a child I've been experiencing really heavy and painful periods, ones that would fill my menstrual pad in less than half hour and bring unbearable pain. When I used to attend school I had to be absent for the days I had my period because I couldn't even stand for a minute without blood running. I went to a private doctor and did some test but it showed nothing so he assumed it was hormonal imbalance and prescribed a tablet called "novynette" for me... it made my period for 29 days late and came back worse than before... before he prescribed me with the tablets I noticed I had bleeding in between periods which I didn't have before... I just dont know what to do nor what the matter is... I want my period to stop completely but I also want to be able to have kids... I'm too young and not financially stable to go get a child right now so there has to be some other options... I started a new job last week and because of my period starting today I'll have to stop for a few days without even getting paid... I'm just so frustrated
Answered by Dr. Mohit Saraogi
You may be having symptoms that are indicative of a health problem like endometriosis or fibroids, which cause heavy bleeding and pain. Pills like Novynette that alter the hormones are commonly prescribed but they may not be effective for all women. The follow-up with the healthcare professional is very important and in case of nothing else that can be done, pain management, lifestyle change or drugs need to be the next. Be ready to discuss fertility issues with your doctor. Be sure to find a specialist like a gynecologist for an extensive diagnosis.

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