Periods Stopped!
Question
I’m 15 years old – almost 16. I started my period about four years ago. My periods always were consistent. I’ve never had a problem with them being erratic. In June I didn’t get my period; in July, August, and September, it was super, super, super light. I didn’t get it all last month or this month. I’m definitely NOT pregnant. I’m not on birth control. I have no idea what’s wrong with me and I don’t want to go to the gynecologist and have some stranger look at me down there.
Lauren
Answer
Last Updated: May 8, 2022
Dear Lauren,
A number of causes come to mind when you stop having a menses and you know pregnancy is not the reason. Many years ago when I was 19 years old and my husband went into the service and I was staying at home to finish college, I didn’t have a period for the three months he was in boot camp. We know that stress can have an effect on menstrual cycles.
Have you started dieting or a new exercise program? Since this began in June were there any other changes in your life…..like a new summer job or change in school activities? Are you worried about college selection or problems with any relationship? I understand your reasons for not wanting to visit the doctor; no women likes to have a pelvic examination. You might be more comfortable with a female physician.
I hope I have been of some help.
Sincerely,
Winnie Neill
A number of causes come to mind when you stop having a menses and you know pregnancy is not the reason. Many years ago when I was 19 years old and my husband went into the service and I was staying at home to finish college, I didn’t have a period for the three months he was in boot camp. We know that stress can have an effect on menstrual cycles.
Have you started dieting or a new exercise program? Since this began in June were there any other changes in your life…..like a new summer job or change in school activities? Are you worried about college selection or problems with any relationship? I understand your reasons for not wanting to visit the doctor; no women likes to have a pelvic examination. You might be more comfortable with a female physician.
I hope I have been of some help.
Sincerely,
Winnie Neill
Answered By:
Winnie Neill, CFCP
Winnie Neill, a Professional Member of CANFP, is a certified FertilityCare Practitioner, and taught NFP 23 years in the Sacramento region. She served on the Sacramento Diocese NFP Advisory Board, the American Academy of NFP Board and the CANFP Executive Board. She and her husband Bob have been married 63 years
