So I made a recent observation and was thinking perhaps Doctors in the house would proffer a solution.

Two months ago as I was at the peak of my degree exams, miss Red came expectedly with it's usual painful cramps and quite heavy flow. The last thing I needed during this crucial period was any form of distraction from the painful cramp that comes alongside miss Red so I had to go with the prescription of pain killers friends has been suggesting for a while, I took Felvin in particular. Normally, my flow is quite heavy flow and spans between 5-6 days but on this particular month, My flow was light and lasted for just four days. I talked to a doctor friend who assured me everything was normal and there was no cause for alarm. July's cycle was absolutely normal, heavy flow for about 5-6 days.

Usually, from time immemorial I don't keep track of my cycle to know my ovulating period, safe period and all those cos I really don't have any need for those now as I ain't TTC, having a pregnancy scare or anything similar . All what I know is some annoying, nauseating and unwanted visitor would be coming once it's the beginning of a new month

Miss Red choose this month of all days to go away from the normal.
First, it came days earlier. Who send am errand kwanu
Second, this is the 3rd day and it's like I'm just spotting something very very extremely light that I could possibly decide not to go with using sanitary pads, even panty liners can absorb the flow comfortably
Third, No form of menstrual cramps at all This is the coolest part of the new development as I don't have to scream, roll on the floor and endure any godamn pains.

See!! A part of me is happy about this recent development as it just made life easier and less stressful for me
But the other part of me is worried something is wrong somewhere and things are not the way they're supposed to be

So please, Doctors in the house, any viable explanation for this recent, odd development?
Fellow ladies, ever encountered a similar scenario and how were you able to manage it.

NB!! Before some fellows use the "nairaland isn't a hospital, go visit a gynecologist" line on me, take note of these...
I'm comfortable with the latest happening as long as everything is just fine.
It's still too early to make conclusions as I'd be compelled to visit a specialist if this repeats itself in the next cycle but in the meantime instead of sitting with folded hands why not ask experienced personnel on Nairaland.

OK! Over to you guys...
I'm out to read the forthcoming replies...

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can I see u for corner

I am an expert of Mensuration, and I will help you.
But first of all, "What is Mrs. Red"?
your doctor or who?

BiafranBushBoy:
I am an expert of Mensuration, and I will help you.

But first of all, "What is Mrs. Red"?

your doctor or who?

Mensuration
What does that mean?

ipobarecriminals:
can I see u for corner

Maka why kwanu

Luckygurl:
Mensuration What does that mean?

Maka why kwanu

Luckygurl:
Mensuration What does that mean?

Maka why kwanu

to examine you. and prescribe melicine

I am not a Doctor but I sense irregularities and near abnormality in the way Mrs. Red visit and relate with you. Why 5-6 days when it usually 3-5 days for most women? Why thick at one time and light at other times when it ought to follow a uniform pattern except tampered on? Do you take P2 pills? If yes, how often? If no, have you tried screening for infections?

@github, Do you code? Why search on YouTube how to upload/download codes from it?

samuelson06:
I am not a Doctor but I sense irregularities and near abnormality in the way Mrs. Red visit and relate with you. Why 5-6 days when it usually 3-5 days for most women? Why thick at one time and light at other times when it ought to follow a uniform pattern except tampered on? Do you take P2 pills? If yes, how often? If no, have you tried screening for infections?

@github, Do you code? Why search on YouTube how to upload/download codes from it?

My flow lasts 5-6 days for as long as I can remember, nothing comes up per say on the sixth day anyway. Don't think there's any abnormality here.
Problem started when I took the pain relief two months ago.
No! I don't take P2 pills.
And I've not screened for infections in a long while cos I've not had reasons to or any symptom to look out for.
I'll do this as soon as possible though to be extra sure.

Yeah!! I code.
Thanks!! I'm looking up for a way around it there

Luckygurl:


My flow lasts 5-6 days for as long as I can remember, nothing comes up per say on the sixth day anyway. Don't think there's any abnormality here.
Problem started when I took the pain relief two months ago.
No! I don't take P2 pills.
And I've not screened for infections in a long while cos I've not had reasons to or any symptom to look out for.
I'll do this as soon as possible though to be extra sure.

Yeah!! I code.
Thanks!! I'm looking up for a way around it there

I think the pain relief tab gave you away. I understand it could be painful but you can try something natural like using wet hot towel to massage the area instead of tabs. That can help reduce the pains. It's never recommended to suppress it with tabs. Go for the infection screening. A specimen culture would be perfect. Be strong. You'll be fine.

samuelson06:


I think the pain relief tab gave you away. I understand it could be painful but you can try something natural like using wet hot towel to massage the area instead of tabs. That can help reduce the pains. It's never recommended to suppress it with tabs. Go for the infection screening. A specimen culture would be perfect. Be strong. You'll be fine.

I've always had a high threshold for enduring menstrual cramps. I just didn't want any form of disturbance so I could concentrate fully on my exams that was why I resorted to pain killers.
I'd go for the tests though to be on the safe side once miss Red is gone.

I'll be just fine, thanks

Luckygurl:


I've always had a high threshold for enduring menstrual cramps. I just didn't want any form of disturbance so I could concentrate fully on my exams that was why I resorted to pain killers.
I'd go for the tests though to be on the safe side once miss Red is gone.

I'll be just fine, thanks

Lol. It's your little Cross to carry joor. Meanwhile, culture is within 3 days done in a lab to determine growth from collected sample. Cheers.

Irregular period could be due to several factors.

1) Hormonal imbalance
2) pelvic inflammatory disease
3) Few cases,some forms of cervical cancer which could cause spotting.
4) Drugs or medications
5) Stress
My suggestions.
1) run a test (infection)
2) screen for cervical cancer
3) Take supplements to regulate the hormonal imbalance(my area of specialization... My
phone number - Oh eight Oh nine nine nine nine five two four eight).
4) Try and take some rest..

All the best

Luckygurl:
So I made a recent observation and was thinking perhaps Doctors in the house would proffer a solution.

Two months ago as I was at the peak of my degree exams, miss Red came expectedly with it's usual painful cramps and quite heavy flow. The last thing I needed during this crucial period was any form of distraction from the painful cramp that comes alongside miss Red so I had to go with the prescription of pain killers friends has been suggesting for a while, I took Felvin in particular. Normally, my flow is quite heavy flow and spans between 5-6 days but on this particular month, My flow was light and lasted for just four days. I talked to a doctor friend who assured me everything was normal and there was no cause for alarm. July's cycle was absolutely normal, heavy flow for about 5-6 days.

Usually, from time immemorial I don't keep track of my cycle to know my ovulating period, safe period and all those cos I really don't have any need for those now as I ain't TTC, having a pregnancy scare or anything similar . All what I know is some annoying, nauseating and unwanted visitor would be coming once it's the beginning of a new month

Miss Red choose this month of all days to go away from the normal.
First, it came days earlier. Who send am errand kwanu
Second, this is the 3rd day and it's like I'm just spotting something very very extremely light that I could possibly decide not to go with using sanitary pads, even panty liners can absorb the flow comfortably
Third, No form of menstrual cramps at all This is the coolest part of the new development as I don't have to scream, roll on the floor and endure any godamn pains.

See!! A part of me is happy about this recent development as it just made life easier and less stressful for me
But the other part of me is worried something is wrong somewhere and things are not the way they're supposed to be

So please, Doctors in the house, any viable explanation for this recent, odd development?
Fellow ladies, ever encountered a similar scenario and how were you able to manage it.

NB!! Before some fellows use the "nairaland isn't a hospital, go visit a gynecologist" line on me, take note of these...
I'm comfortable with the latest happening as long as everything is just fine.
It's still too early to make conclusions as I'd be compelled to visit a specialist if this repeats itself in the next cycle but in the meantime instead of sitting with folded hands why not ask experienced personnel on Nairaland.

OK! Over to you guys...
I'm out to read the forthcoming replies...

In other news, anyone here familiar with Github? I have a task I'm working on and I've been encountering problems. Help a sister out, just mention me or send a PM.
Mods! Please do the needful

Dear Luckygurl, as someone who has been menstruating for years now and has landed in the hospital a couple of times, I have few things to say:
1. Usage of Felvin for menstrual pain is a BIG NO. I know the pains can kill sometimes but my doctor advised that girls are making serious mistakes by using felvin as a remedy for menstrual pain this can cos organ damage.
2. Yes felvin can affect your period but I think the effect of the one you used should have worn off by now except if you used it again then it most certainly is the cause of your change.
3. One of the major causes of changes in menstrual cycle is lifestyle and diet. A change in life style, emotions and even environment can cos this. What you eat also is important. Has your stress level or daily activities reduced or increased?
4. Are you using any medication (any at all, malaria drugs, birth control, etc) or are you ill? all these can also affect your cycle.
5. Finally we can't rule out Infections but dont panic yet, my period fluctuates so much that when I landed in the hospital for yet another miss red mishap my doctor ordered all the whole vaginal test, scan etc and I didn't have any infection.
Its your body, so try and study all that I mentioned earlier.

So to ask, i will like to ask if u av not had any abortion of recent cuz of asherman's syndrome

Bubblefairy:


Dear Luckygurl, as someone who has been menstruating for years now and has landed in the hospital a couple of times, I have few things to say:
1. Usage of Felvin for menstrual pain is a BIG NO. I know the pains can kill sometimes but my doctor advised that girls are making serious mistakes by using felvin as a remedy for menstrual pain this can cos organ damage.
2. Yes felvin can affect your period but I think the effect of the one you used should have worn off by now except if you used it again then it most certainly is the cause of your change.
3. One of the major causes of changes in menstrual cycle is lifestyle and diet. A change in life style, emotions and even environment can cos this. What you eat also is important. Has your stress level or daily activities reduced or increased?
4. Are you using any medication (any at all, malaria drugs, birth control, etc) or are you ill? all these can also affect your cycle.
5. Finally we can't rule out Infections but dont panic yet, my period fluctuates so much that when I landed in the hospital for yet another miss red mishap my doctor ordered all the whole vaginal test, scan etc and I didn't have any infection.
Its your body, so try and study all that I mentioned earlier.

You couldn't have explained it better, Bubblefairy2.
Gracias!!

Bleeze2:
So to ask, i will like to ask if u av not had any abortion of recent cuz of asherman's syndrome

Av u?

Bleeze2:
Av u?

No!! I've not

Lol.. You're either stressed. Or you're doing bad tin

NuhRegular:
Lol.. You're either stressed. Or you're doing bad tin

Nahh!!
As at then I was supposedly a very good girl
Don't ask me about now sha cos me I don't even know again

Luckygurl:



Nahh!!
As at then I was supposedly a very good girl
Don't ask me about now sha cos me I don't even know again

Lol I'll take your word for it