How long is a period supposed to last for?!


Question: I'm 20 and have heavy periods that last 7 days. I didn't think there was anything wrong that until I was dicussing it with my friend. She said that she had read that they should only last 3-4 days and that mine could be heavy and last for longer because of my iron deficiency so I was wondering if there was any truth in it.
I've just begun to take iron tablets so could this help to shorten the time I have my period or make it lighter? I am confused so thanks in advance for any serious answers or suggestions.


Answers: I'm 20 and have heavy periods that last 7 days. I didn't think there was anything wrong that until I was dicussing it with my friend. She said that she had read that they should only last 3-4 days and that mine could be heavy and last for longer because of my iron deficiency so I was wondering if there was any truth in it.
I've just begun to take iron tablets so could this help to shorten the time I have my period or make it lighter? I am confused so thanks in advance for any serious answers or suggestions.

Periods can last for 3-10 days. Don't worry you're perfectly normal, Every girl is differnet. Personally, I dont like to prescribe Iron Tablets to my patients as they can often cause constipation. Transexamic Tablets will make periods lighter and prevent clots. Also, the contraceptive pills, Dianette for example will regulate your period so they will last for only 7 days. Good Luck. Ask your General Practicioner for more information.

teh avrige is about 3 days but it depends on your diet execise ect

7 days is perfectly normal.
If you take iron tablets, there's a chance your periods will become even heavier.

Anything from three to seven days.

anywhere from 3 to 8

seven days os fine honestly. it all depends on each individual. so dont worry

3-7 days is allowable... longer than that especially its heavy will be suspicious.. consult your gynecologist so she can perform some examination and test...

its abnormal if its accompanied with pain (dysmenorrhea) abnor mal cycle, history of cancer in the family, history of multiple partners, early contact etc..

I've always heard the norm was 5-7 days. I've never heard of anyone's period lasting only 3 days. Must be nice. There's really nothing wrong with having a heavy period for 7 days... it must just be a real pain in the bum. If you're not already on birth control I would suggest going on it. It will make your periods shorter and lighter.

mines last for 5 days

i'm sure it fine mine lasts about 6 days it should lighten up soon. if it doesnt go after about 8 days consult your doctor ..
hope you get better!!!!

P.s your friend is wrong all bodies vary so it happens all different

Hay i am new to yahho lol but i have started bleeding for the 1st time but how can i be sure that its a period

honestly, any doctor that knows what the hell they're talking about will tell you that a period can last anywhere between 3 to 7 days. I my self last for 5-7.
there is nothing wrong with you just your friend's reading material. ;)





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