Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS) Support Group

Premenstrual Stress Syndrome (PMS) is stress which is a physical symptom prior to the onset of menstruation. PMS is exceedingly common, occurring in 75% of women of reproductive age during their lifetime, characterized by symptoms of mood swings, depression, anxiety and irritability. It is often accompanied by physical symptoms such as bloating and cramping.

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lonelyinNY 08/01/2009

i know that all young girls start thier periods at different ages but does anyone know the age a young girl should absolutely have it by if she is gonna??

deleted_user 08/02/2009

I thought it was 11, approx? I remember we had that biology-lecture in the 5th grade? Wow, that's a while lol!

deleted_user 08/02/2009

Absolute age, no idea! Think it depends a little on weight too. Clicked Add a little too soon!

deleted_user 08/02/2009

I read that anything over 16.5 is considered late menarche and should be evaluated by a doctor. I hope that helps!

zoey200823 08/06/2009

i've been told that anything later then 14 is something to look into to make sure everything is okay.

deleted_user 08/10/2009

I didnt get mine until I was 16 and my doc said that was normal. I went to her and she said there was nothing to be concerned about. Its normal until 18/19. If you are having concerns, speak to your doctor.
For CNAmedic, what do you mean by weight? It has nothing to do with that! When I had mine for the fist time, I weighed only 85lbs and no I have no eating disorders. Its just the way I am.

deleted_user 08/10/2009

CNAmedic is right it does have to do with weight. Heavier girls tend to get their periods earlier than other girls. There is a correlation between the amount of body fat and menstruation. Too much or too little can lead to irregular menstruation or none at all.

deleted_user 08/13/2009

I got mine when I was 11 but my older sister didn't get her's until she was 16. It depends on you and your body. My sisters came late because she has a sugar problem. I think if you don't get it before you are 17, see a doctor and they can run tests to see if you have anything wrong. One of my friends doesn't get hers all the time because her body produces too much insulin and she has to take a pill.

lonelyinNY 08/13/2009

HI THANKS FOR ALL THE COMMENTS...I WAS WONDERING FOR MY DAUGHTER WHO IS TWELVE AND WAITING PATIENTLY.I HAD STARTED MINE WHEN I WAS ELEVEN

SarahZee 08/14/2009

i started mine when i was 11 but none of my friends started until they were between 13 and 15.

so i thought i started way early. i didn't know anyone else who started as early as me.

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