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Pre Period Acne

What's wrong if my period is inconsistently irregular?


Sometimes I get my period regularly and sometimes I get it every two months or so. Recently about 2 or 3 weeks after my period finishes I get all the regular pre-period symptoms (cramps, acne, etc) and then begin a "kinda" period that only lasts a day or two. I am 18 and have had a somewhat alternating cycle between regular and irregular since I first got it 4 years ago. What the heck is going on here?

For the best answer to your question you are going to have to ask your gynecologist. If you think that is embarrassing, trust me it isn't. I work in the medical field and that is by far not the weirdest or most embarrassing thing he/she has ever heard.
If you are hesitant about talking to your doc, that's understandable. You are only 18 and have only had your cycle for 4 years. And if in all that time you have been consistently going back and forth between regular and irregular then this could just be how you are. Not all women have a regular period cycle. There are times when this could change on its own and you can start becoming more regular. Sometimes women do not become regular until after they have had children. You could also be irregular due to your hormones, stress levels, even your diet. Given the PMS symptoms you talked about and the day or so period, it is possible that your hormones are fluctuating between low and high (it could be your estrogen, progesterone, testosterone..) and this is not necessarily anything to worry about since you are still so young. Though your doctor is the only one who can find out if it is hormone levels or just how your body is designed.
All in all I would not worry to much. Talk it over with your doctor to see what he thinks. But you really have to go to your doctor if you start noticing other changes to your period - severe cramping that last for days at a time, unusually heavy flow (more than one pad per hour), periods that last unusually long (10 days or more), or any dizziness, lightheaded feeling, or extreme fatigue during your period as these could signs that your doctor really needs to know about as soon as possible.

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A Natural Way To Treat Acne Is With Water

As you may already know, there are many acne treatment products available. Some of these treatments include over-the-counter cleansers, creams, and medicated pads. Other acne products involve prescribed medications provided by a dermatologist. However, the increasing popularity of natural remedies has also become prevalent in treating many common conditions, and acne is no exception.

Surprisingly, water is considered as one of the best natural remedies for treating acne. Water? Yes! Water... and for good reasons! Water is used to hydrate the body, which, of course, hydrates the skin as well. The skin, being the largest organ in the human body, must be properly hydrated to work correctly and serve its purpose. This is accomplished in two ways: by washing the face, which hydrates the surface of the skin, and by drinking water, which hydrates the entire body, from the inside out. This, of course, includes the skin. Drinking plenty of water will keep the skin looking and feeling healthy. Healthy skin cells promote a healthy body. Now you've got one more good reason why you should drink lots of water ;-)

Doctors tell us we should drink six to eight eight-ounce glasses of water a day. Although this might sound like an overused cliché, and "six to eight eight-ounce glasses of water a day" seems like a lot of water to drink in one day, think of what it can do for your body. In addition to improving skin tone and texture, it can stimulate cell growth and will help all your organs work correctly. It also helps filter out unwanted substances that can be harmful to your skin.

Water is also a crucial component deep within your skin. It provides the basis for a soft, smooth, and healthy complexion and will help you look more youthful. Though very little water is stored in the outer layers of your skin, this moisture is important and is constantly removed by outside elements such as sun and wind.

Sun and wind can dry your skin, removing moisture and irritating its surface. When this occurs, pre-existing acne can become even more irritated, which in turn prolongs the problem. While irritation won't directly cause more acne to form, it can worsen the problem. It is important to keep proper moisture in the skin.

You've probably heard that oily skin does not need moisture. This is one of the most common myths. Just because skin is oily, it doesn't mean it is moisturized. By cleansing the skin, you are wiping away excess oil, and my moisturizing it, you are helping it remain smooth and decreasing your chances for irritation.

As the best natural remedy for treating acne, water helps to properly hydrate the skin. This not only promotes and stimulates cell growth, but also helps the other organs of the bodywork together. If properly hydrated, the skin will not wrinkle or sag as easily, and will appear youthful for a longer period of time. Even though water is not the only natural remedy that you can use for treating your skin, it is the most important. Without it, the skin could not do its job in keeping the rest of the body in the best possible condition. So, don't forget about the many benefits that water provides for your skin, especially if you suffer of any type of acne. Try to give your skin a little bit more help - a little bit more water.

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