Menstraul cycle off-Should I be concerned?

[UnsureMS]

Someone please help...the issue that I am having is that for the past 3 months or so my period has only been for 2 days and it is heavy at first and then lighter. Still I can tell that it seems to be normal. This month I thought I was running late on my cycle because I usually have mine around when my little girl has hers. I realized later she was a bit early, but also don't know if mine was supposed to start on the 15th or 26th.

The 15th came and went and I had all my regular ones sxs but no actual bleeding. Then on the 23rd I begin to bleed heavy and had some cramping. But by the 25th it was very very light still had serve cramping. I spotted through the early morning of the 26th. Now I am cramping and still have pms sxs but no more bleeding. I am wondering could this be normal could it be a sign of something else.

Typically I am on here telling young women to go get a pregnancy test and remeber stress can cause these things as well. I know I should take my own advice but I guess I am just scared. Besides my period has been off for a while now. Anyways I truly hope someone chimes in...thanks ahead of time.

[Lulu713654]

I need help.

I had unprotected sex in November, and I had my period that month.

But this month my period is about 5 days late and I have taken 2 at home pregnancy tests that say I'm NOT pregnant. But I still haven't gotten my period and I'm afraid I might be.

Is it possible for me to be pregnant??

[UnsureMS]

It can be it also can be just that you are irregular. You need to go to the doctor and get a test done to keep you from stressing. I know from experience stress can cause your period to be late. Also depending on age sometimes changes happen.

I know its hard but dont stress.

[SPsych]

So I looked at your profile to see about age, if that could be a factor in changing periods. You are 32? I noticed that you mention MS and other autoimmune diseases. Are you on medications for this? I am thinking of Prednisone, or other steroids, in particular. The start of Prednisone was also the start of irregular periods for me. And on a high dose I have completely stopped getting my period for a few months now. Sadly it seems that many doctors are not aware of the effect it can have on our cycles. I believe immuno suppressants might also have an effect on it depending on dose and kind. I would consider taking an at home pregnancy test just for peace of mind as well.  

[UnsureMS]

Yes I am 32. But I am not on any meds...I didnt even think that I needed to worry until I read that it was unusual.

[UnsureMS]

Thanks for chiming in I guess I will need to get one to be honest. I feel at peace to some extent. I dont think I am pregnant, but believe I may need to get to a doctor. I had light bleeding again yesterday. I am still having some pms sxs. Alot of changes are happening in my life, and my step daughter who I usually synch up with isnt around at the same times she normally is. I am hoping that this is all playing a factor in my health concern.