spotted "period"

[to0blazin]

i usually get my period either the same time as my mom or right after her.. this time it was right after her but it isn't like itt always is.. its very light .. and kinda spotted at first it was a darkish red but it was just like spotting and barely there....some days i didnt even have 2 use a tampon . Now its reallllly light and a reddish pink color and its BARELY there and has not gotten heavy...WHAT COULD IT BE??

[Kim1989]

your 17 and not using birth control and are sexually active....you might want to take a pregnancy test

[to0blazin]

ok i am sexually active and no birth control and my periods are always heavy

[Bon-Bon]

Hi toOblazin.  Well, our periods can naturally and normally fluctuate in regards to its length of time, amount of flow and color - heavy or spotting, etc.  Alot of the time, it is determined by hormones, what we eat, vitamins, exercise, stress and/or the overall condition of our body at that time, mentally and physically, etc. (so I've been told by my gynocologist) and that it doesn't nessasarily or always point to having a serious problem.  

It is always a good idea, if a person is uncertain or worried, to make an appointment with your doctor to get a check up to bring to their attention your concerns.  In that way, if there is a problem it can be treated right away and you can get back on the road to recovery.  If there is no serious problem you can regain a sense of peace.

Blessings and Pleasant thoughts to you.