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Q: long, dark period normal?

asked by: daisy89 on December 5th, 2008

New User

My normal periods are about six weeks apart. At the time when I was expecting my period, I had a dark brown discharge that I think may be old blood. Twice there has been some very light red spotting, but mostly it is very dark. I'm not on birth control, but I also know that I am not pregnant. This has been lasting for eleven days now, when my normal period is only around 6. Is this just a normal change?

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JavaMissus

replied on December 5th, 2008

Moderator

Hi Daisy and welcome to ehealth....

My question would be are you getting close to the menopause age?....Sometimes this can make our periods go haywire....

If you are concerned about it I would see the doctor to make yourself feel better....

Take care,
Caroline

daisy89

replied on December 5th, 2008

New User

I'm only 19 I hope not lol

JavaMissus

replied on December 5th, 2008

Moderator

Honey, then I would check it out...Periods can be very irregular as you grow up but I think if this concerned me I would go and have it checked out...Sometimes stress of exams and things can cause irregular periods but with me not being an expert along these lines maybe you could ask the doctor here or visit your family doctor...

Good luck.....
Caroline

daisy89

replied on December 5th, 2008

New User

Thanks for the help,
I've just been through a week of really tough exams and a lot of stress so that is definitely an option. I made an appointment to go to my first doctor appointment, but they couldn't get me in for another three weeks and I'm starting to get nervous.

JavaMissus

replied on December 5th, 2008

Moderator

You are very welcome...I am sure things will be fine....Let us know what happens but I would follow up on it with the doctor if you are concerned....Stress can be a killer...

Have a wonderful Holiday Season...

Caroline

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daisy89

replied on December 6th, 2008

New User

Did you ever check up on it? And also, did your period go back to normal afterward or is it going to stay like this?

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