I haven't had my period for nearly four months! Why?

Question

So I have been complaining to my mum for awhile because I haven't had my period for four months starting in 7 days. When it's the usual time I get my period I get the normal pains but nothing happens and I also randomly get pains during the month. Is this normal? And no I am NOT sexually active and never have been!

 (⇀‸↼‶) *tries to decide whether or not to put is under sexual health or heath and fitness*

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

That's nothing to worry about if you just started getting your period. When you first start, a lot of times your body just has to get adjusted to the new hormone production and you will skip over periods. I knew a girl (when I first got mine) who said she'd gotten hers and then a year passed and she still hadn't had it again. It could also be stress related. I only missed my period once when I was younger (before I became sexually active) and it was entirely due to stress. I believe I was about 15.

So don't worry! It's entirely normal! If you're that concerned you could always go see a gynecologist but trust me, those are very unpleasant visits. :|

samhradh_leannan · Accepted Answer

If you're not sexually active and there's no chance that you're pregnant, then your lack of a period points to a health problem. It could be that you're malnourished or low in certain nutrients, or there may be something else going on. You need to talk to a doctor right away, so that you can figure out what's happening as soon as possible. At your age, it's normal to have a somewhat irregular period, but over four months without one is concerning. I'm surprised your mom hasn't taken you to the doctor yet. Ask her to do so, and tell her it's important.

emmy867 · Accepted Answer

When did you first start to have your period? For the first year or so you can be very irregular. Additionally, depending on your BMI and body type, your body might decide "hey we can't handle a baby right now."
If six months pass and you still haven't had your period, you should talk to a gynecologist.

Krillanr · Accepted Answer

Tough choice on the category indeed, I think Health is more suitable though. XD

But as for your question, I'm not knowledgeable in this, but I have known of women who didn't really have much when it came to their periods.

Seeing one of yall's "Lady's doctors" would be my advice to ya though.

Be well miss. : )

abc3643 · Accepted Answer

Are you very thin? If so, that will stop your cycle.

Cmasterson · Answer

It's not normal, it really depends if you've been depriving your body, usually you won't have a period if you're not treating your body right.

heywat · Answer

If you've been sexually active then you really need to get checked out!

HandsomeRaj · Answer

I sure think your mom needs to take you to the doctor young lady.  I changed the topic to 'Sexual Health'

SolitaireBond · Answer

You're more than likely still very irregular.. Perhaps a visit to your Doctor/GP will help put your mind to rest.

AzureGirl · Answer

Have you been stressed lately or been taking any new medications? That may affect it too.

rsstanford · Answer

Iron deficiency. Take iron supplements

Mishae · Answer

I don't understand how you could not have a. For four months starting in seven days. Does that mean four months starting every seven days? What the hell you talking about?

MeghanL · Answer

I know periods can be irregular when you first start having them, but that long is unusual. I think you need to see the gynecologist right away.

9mfeo · Answer

Are you on birth control? Did you recently get an IUD?

karahiri · Answer

did you gain weight, lose weight, or are you stressed? could be because of any of those reasons.

whatsername · Answer

You're still very young but I recommend seeing a doctor. I had irregular periods and found out it was because I had pcos. The Dr gave me birth control to help the symptoms and I'm a tiny bit better. Have you noticed irregular weight gain or extra body hair in places uncommon for women to have a lot of hair?