Ladies help, TOM issue and weight

theome

Iv been stuck at the same weight for over a month, please check my diary for advice. Iv tried more cals, less. More water. Nothing seems to be helping. I did wake up today 3lb higher on the scale and really annoyed.
The only thing I can think of is my period. I am on my 13th day ( usually only have a 3 to 5 day cycle) and does not look like it is slowing down. I'm told I should see a doc but no health insurance and expensive clinics and since I havnt been sexualy active in over a year I don't want to to have them tell me " don't worry about it" after shelling out money I don't have.

HolleeERL

I think I'd be more concerned about blood loss and anemia than weight loss and money. Just sayin'...

MB_Positif

That sounds rough...I know you don't want to hear it, but you should probably see a doctor. Places like Planned Parenthood charge you based on your income so you might be able to see a doctor for less than you think! Take care of yourself!

As far as the weight part goes, most everyone is up during their period, BUT my best advice on this topic is to REALLY fight the usual period cravings. When I do this, I usually see a huge loss a couple days after my period ends! Good luck!

Saffyra

Whoever told you to see a doctor was correct. And when you are there you can talk to him/her about your weight loss and discuss what would be best for you.

Please don't sacrifice your health over money worries.

Howbouto

I was going to suggest planned parenthood too. They will only charge what you can afford. Take care of your health first.

CaptainGordo

As far as weight gain during your period, check out this thread: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/395474-help-i-ve-gained-pounds-in-the-last-day

Here's a link with some info on prolonged periods: http://www.everydayhealth.com/pms/long-periods.aspx

courtgosvener

I remember going through this about 5 years ago, my period had been regular like clockwork about a 4 day period for my entire life. Then one cycle I bled for like 15 days. I went to the doctor, but she wasn't concerned. She said sometimes that happens. Be sure to take a iron vitamin and eat plenty of meat and stuff. Your body does funky stuff sometimes. I have no idea why it happened and it went back to normal the next month.

If I recall right she told me that it is the progesterone that makes your body either start bleeding or cease bleeding...if that hormone is off that month it will screw things up. I can't honestly recall at what day she said to start feeling concerned but she didn't act like a month long bleed was anything to worry about. Your body losing iron and such but that's about the only thing that could be affected.

BarbWhite09

Even though you don't wanna hear it, you should probably go to a doctor. There's probably a health department in your area that will charge you based on a sliding scale. I don't have any insurance plus am a broke college kid. Last year I had a severe kidney infection & HAD to go to a doctor, ended up at the health dept in my town & it only cost me $20 for bloodwork & a round of shots & 2 medications, because I had a low income & whatnot. So check out your local health department

Justkf

It also depends on your age. Starting at 46, I have had 2 week cycles and then nothing for 3 months. My Ob/Gyn told me to stop my period by taking 600 mg motrin a couple times a day if the flow was heavy after a week-it helps clot. But-you should definetly see an md at PP as soon as you can. And yes, weight gain or no loss round your cycle is common do to water retension and uterine tissue build up. It will level out tho so don't give up.

NoAdditives

I would definitely go to Planned Parenthood. I had to go there a couple of times for an annual exam and birth control while I was unemployed. They only asked for a donation of whatever I felt I could afford for their services.

icemaiden17_uk

Is that 13th day on? Are you on any birth control? Some coils, pills, implants etc can cause that. If not then you really need to look for a free clinic as it could be a sign that something is not right. Not american so no idea abt health insurance but I thought there were free clinics in the us?

tmtolbert

i have had that happen to me a couple of times. before I got married my cycle was like clockwork, but with weight loss for a wedding and then weight gain from settling into marriage it kinda made my hormones a little out of whack! i normally had 5 or 6 day cycles and all of a sudden was having 20 day cycles every 6 weeks. since your cycle is controlled by hormones and those same hormones are affected in weight loss, it is possible that you had an inovulatory cycle and the lining got build up big time and became so heavy it is falling off (sorry if that is tmi!). that is what my midwife told me anyways. make sure you are taking iron if you feel weak and if you can go to a free clinic or planned parenthood i would go! it may be hormone embalance that may just take some time to adjust itself, but the peace of mind from going to get checked out will be worth it!

velvetkat

Since everyone else has already stated you need to see a doctor I will address your diet.
Looking over the last week or so I see that you dont really eat very healthy. you should be getting 5-8 servings of vegetables a day. Also for most people eating 5-6 smaller meals a day keeps the hunger away and less likely to eat the wrong foods.
You seem to eat a lot of processed foods which all processed foods are very high in sodium.
Try to start slow and work on getting your vegetables and water where it should be. This will help you with your sodium because you will eat less of the "bad" things.
If you increase your protein it will keep you fuller also. And by protein I mean lean meats fish or chicken.. not hamburgers, hot dogs and tacos.. You can have those things if they work into your calories and you are still getting what you need nutrition wise. Having something you love every once in a while is fine just not every day.
See if these things help you once you get your other issues sorted out!

Good luck ! You can do it!


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42hockeymom

Yes, more worry about bleeding, less about weight gain.

I understand about having no insurance because I'm in the same boat as you. Here in Wisconsin there are services offered to women for reproductive health.

That being said, I checked and there is a clinic called Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas that may be able to help you. I think you should give them a call and if they can't help you I'm pretty sure that they can point you in the right direction. I saw that someone suggested Planned Parenthood. They're fantastic also! So get that looked and go from there.

WarriorMom2012

No one here is educated enough to give you sound advise, especially without running teats. There are several concerns associated to having a period for two weeks...anemia, you could have a cyst, etc. You really need to consult an OB/GYN!!!

SarryC

Irregular oeriods are more common than you think, and not only just in terms of people experiencing shorter heavier periods, or skipping periods, but longer is common as well.

However unforunately it is also a sign of something serious - You could have cysts, harmless, on your ovaries, they would need ultimately removing. They wont indanger you right now though. Or it could be happening due to stress. It could also be a side affect of being on the pill, if youve come on or off it, missed some tablets? It could be a hormonal imbalance which can be treated with appropriate drugs or hormones. Surgical removal of polyps or fibroids may also be done, if required. There are other more serious things it could be too.

Do you feel bloated, like for isntance you've had too much softdrink, is it tender when you press around? Are you getting worser cramps than normal?

Long-term irregularity can be anything from a cycle that changes in length from month to month to the experience of various abnormal symptoms such as heavy bleeding, no cycle for months for a period of time, very painful periods or ovulation.

Short-term irregularity can be due to any of the causes such as fatigue, stress, and over exercise which generally occurs infrequently. Irregular menstrual cycle has become common problem among women today. It is found that one out of every five women suffer with this problem. There are several reasons for a menstrual cycle to become irregular.

The cause of irregular menstrual cycle is mostly related to stresses, tension, ingested medications and caffeine, a substance that disrupt corpus luteum function or even act as anticoagulant blood thinners.

Remember that fluctuation in periods indicates the beginning of disturbance in the natural chain of hormonal events that manage menstruation.

Cigarette smoking is another reason for abnormal menstrual cycles because it shortens the follicular phase. It also shortens the luteal phase if smoking is heavy. However, extreme alcohol intake is also a reason for irregular menstrual cycle.

The other common responsible factors for irregular menstrual cycle are:
significant weight gain or loss, over-exercise, breastfeeding, polycystic ovarian syndrome/estrogen dominance, poor nutrition, medications, chemotherapy eating disorders, hormonal imbalance, recent childbirth, miscarriage or uterine abnormalities (fibroids/cysts/polyps/endometriosis).

The occasional skipped or lengthened menses cycle are not the only symptom of these problems. However, continued abnormality in period is also an indication of irregular ovulation and irregular menstruation cycle. If you notice this problem, then right away consult a gynecologist for appropriate treatment.

You are best having an annual examination with a gynecologist, for your own peace of mind and good reproductive health. Surely you can make an appointment with your doctor or visit a clinic. Abnormal menstrual changes is something that you shouldnt ignore. By seeing someone, you will get some answers and can stop worrying. The initial GP consultation surely would be within your budget - it would only cost you a fortune if you possibly went straight ahead with treatments. Just shop around for a doctor, and make sure you are armed with some knowledge yourself before seeing one. Google is your friend. Ask him questions on what you've learnt from your research, and take a pad of paper and a pen, have some questions written down. Make that bloody doctor work for his cash!!! :-)

Goodluck!!!

happydaze71

I would definately be seeing a doctor. Bleeding for that long is not right. Maybe go on the pill, regulate your cycle. I have to do that, or I have PMS for 2 weeks straight and pretty much no weight loss

Giantess

I hear you on the health insurance. Like many folks who lost their jobs, 100 bucks for a walk-in clinic visit is just an impossible expense. I don't think 13 days is all that long--in my family we all have weird periods like that from time to time--but honestly, if it goes on much longer, start calling around to see what kind of help you can find.

Also--more fruits and veggies! If you're having trouble fitting them in, try Low Sodium v8 once a day, it covers a serving easily and tastes great to boot. Well, if you like V8, which I do. A lot.

Another tip I have discovered is for salad-haters. I'm not much of a salad fan, but Butter Lettuce is WAY nicer than most lettuces, tastes delicious and mild and has a nice texture. It made all the difference in my salad consumption rates.

NoAdditives

Irregular oeriods are more common than you think, and not only just in terms of people experiencing shorter heavier periods, or skipping periods, but longer is common as well.

However unforunately it is also a sign of something serious - You could have cysts, harmless, on your ovaries, they would need ultimately removing. They wont indanger you right now though. Or it could be happening due to stress. It could also be a side affect of being on the pill, if youve come on or off it, missed some tablets? It could be a hormonal imbalance which can be treated with appropriate drugs or hormones. Surgical removal of polyps or fibroids may also be done, if required. There are other more serious things it could be too.

Do you feel bloated, like for isntance you've had too much softdrink, is it tender when you press around? Are you getting worser cramps than normal?

Long-term irregularity can be anything from a cycle that changes in length from month to month to the experience of various abnormal symptoms such as heavy bleeding, no cycle for months for a period of time, very painful periods or ovulation.

Short-term irregularity can be due to any of the causes such as fatigue, stress, and over exercise which generally occurs infrequently. Irregular menstrual cycle has become common problem among women today. It is found that one out of every five women suffer with this problem. There are several reasons for a menstrual cycle to become irregular.

The cause of irregular menstrual cycle is mostly related to stresses, tension, ingested medications and caffeine, a substance that disrupt corpus luteum function or even act as anticoagulant blood thinners.

Remember that fluctuation in periods indicates the beginning of disturbance in the natural chain of hormonal events that manage menstruation.

Cigarette smoking is another reason for abnormal menstrual cycles because it shortens the follicular phase. It also shortens the luteal phase if smoking is heavy. However, extreme alcohol intake is also a reason for irregular menstrual cycle.

The other common responsible factors for irregular menstrual cycle are:
significant weight gain or loss, over-exercise, breastfeeding, polycystic ovarian syndrome/estrogen dominance, poor nutrition, medications, chemotherapy eating disorders, hormonal imbalance, recent childbirth, miscarriage or uterine abnormalities (fibroids/cysts/polyps/endometriosis).

The occasional skipped or lengthened menses cycle are not the only symptom of these problems. However, continued abnormality in period is also an indication of irregular ovulation and irregular menstruation cycle. If you notice this problem, then right away consult a gynecologist for appropriate treatment.

You are best having an annual examination with a gynecologist, for your own peace of mind and good reproductive health. Surely you can make an appointment with your doctor or visit a clinic. Abnormal menstrual changes is something that you shouldnt ignore. By seeing someone, you will get some answers and can stop worrying. The initial GP consultation surely would be within your budget - it would only cost you a fortune if you possibly went straight ahead with treatments. Just shop around for a doctor, and make sure you are armed with some knowledge yourself before seeing one. Google is your friend. Ask him questions on what you've learnt from your research, and take a pad of paper and a pen, have some questions written down. Make that bloody doctor work for his cash!!! :-)

Goodluck!!!

I have a friend who had no symptoms of any sort of problem except for extremely heavy periods. It turned out that she had a big uterine tumor and she ended up having a hysterectomy. Plenty of problems can arise without having multiple symptoms.