but I think it probably has a lot to do with being overweight.
I haven't had my period for a looong time.. so long back I don't even remember when it was. I'm guessing it's been close to 6 months. I've never, ever been regular. There have been a few years where I've only had 2 periods for the entire year.
I did go to the doctor awhile back, and they put me on birth control. I never really got into the swing of taking it everyday. They also did what I think is called a pap smear? and my mom never said anything about the results so I just assumed everything was fine.
I know that sometimes it takes awhile after you've gone through puberty to have a monthly cycle. But I'm 20.. so I figured it would be normal by now! Do you guys think it's probably just because of my weight??
Most of you will prob suggest going to the gyno - but thats really, REALLY, REALLY hard for me to do :/. Don't get me wrong, I love never having to worry about it, but I would love it even more if my body would just do its thing like its supposed to.
Thanks :)
PS. Not sure where this thread belongs??
Just a comment about you not being able to go to the OBGYN. I FULLY understand and I think MANY women do. I personally put it off for a LOOOOONG time and when I say I don't like going I mean it and it is extremely hard to go for my own personal reasons. Saying that I got my butt on insurance and dragged myself to the doctor and then to my OBGYN and I can say that was the BEST decision I have made in a long time. I was really upset with going, really upset, but I have done it twice now this year and learned so much about my body including getting a diagnoses I desperately needed.
My point is that having a conversation with a professional was essential. There could be many reasons why your period is irregular and personally taking a step for you to find out why is important. For me going was one of the hardest things I've made myself do in a LONG time. It was and is hard because of my past, but now after going twice this year I have no real problem getting myself there. Still struggle, but I think all women do. I mean it isn't a magical time for us to be all...exposed lol.
I really do think it is important to get yourself checked out, start opening up that door because you will have to take these steps at some point. I'm 31 now and I can say that had I really explored a lot of my issues when I was in my 20s...well I would have had an easier time in my 20s! My doctor and I think I'm more toward the PMDD kind of line and having my hormones balanced is essential for me. I also have some skin issues, etc etc... Had I gone earlier, a few years ago, I think things would have been more positive for me.
That is what I think anyhow about the dreaded OBGYN. Just an added thought, it is hard to say what it could be as everyone is different. One woman will experience one thing and another something else, so that is why I think it is important to go get checked out. ;) Totally understand your worries and where you're coming from.
That all def. makes sense, and I agree that I should go and I NEED to go.. it's just.. hard. In the most extreme sense of the word. If I made an appointment, do you think that we'd just be able to sit and talk? Like no exam, at least for the first time? Idk.. I dont know how else to go about doing it. :?: