lua_cinza asked
Is it normal for a period to last longer than 7 days, especially a year after my first period?
Soso answered
No, bleeding for longer than 7 days is not typical, even if you had your first period a year ago.
Most people bleed for 3 to 7 days, and a first period can be much shorter and lighter. Tell a grown-up if you need a new pad or tampon every 1 to 2 hours, your period lasts more than 7 days, you pass clots bigger than about 2.5 cm, blood leaks through to your clothes or bed, you miss normal things because of your period, or you feel tired or out of breath a lot.
Even though cycles can be totally uneven in the first couple of years, bleeding for more than a full week is uncommon and definitely worth having a doctor check out. A grown-up can help you set up an appointment so you can make sure everything is okay and get some help to get things settled.
Soso's answers are written by AI. They don't replace professional medical advice.