I had my period on 7/5, then again on 30/5. Could I be pregnant? What are the signs I should look for? If not, when should I expect my next period?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- If you suspect that you may be pregnant, the best way to find out for sure is by taking the home pregnancy test. If you've had your period on May 30 it's unlikely that you are pregnant, it could be th... Read More
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My period ended 10 days and since I've had vaginal problems: itching, dryness and pain. Is it due to the fact that I switched brands of sanitary pads?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- This could be either a local allergic reaction to the new sanitary napkins you've recently started using, in which case you will need to stop using this particular brand of napkins and apply topical a... Read More
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My mother is 42 years old, she got her period on Dec 3 and she got it again on Dec 13 only 10 days after finishing what could be the cause knowing that she gave birth 3 years ago. Is it menopause?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- This alteration in the timing of the menstrual period need not be a sign of early menopause, or an early sign of menopause for that matter. It could be that she got her period too early because of str... Read More
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My period ended two weeks ago and I still have spotting until now. Why is that?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Can you please rephrase your question?
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Is it normal to feel a lot of pain during menstruation? What are the best things to do to relieve the pain?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- If regular pain killers (like paracetamol, paracetamol-codeine "Solpadeine", and ibuprofen) are not relieving your menstrual pain, you can use Ponstan. Also avoiding certain foods during tha... Read More
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If my period is 10 days late, what can I do to get it?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- It is not advisable to take medications to induce menstruation before eliciting the underlying cause of delay in menses. Also remember that stress, whether physical or psychological, can alter menstru... Read More
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Is walking during Menstruation is healthy or it can affect in a negative way??
2 Answers
Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- walking only do not affect in a nrgative way in menstruation
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Is there a way I can go to the beach while on my period?
Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- You can go to the beach without swimming.
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How can someone find out if she's pregnant when her period is approaching? If she's bloated and has cramps, does it mean she's probably not pregnant?
Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- The main certitude is a positive pregnancy test. All the other symptoms are not sure.
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