Here's what's been happening:It all started about 4 months ago. I noticed that my periods, which usually lasted about 6 days, were getting shorter and lighter. 2 periods in a row only lasted about 2 or 3 days and were much lighter than I was used to. The third period seemed back to normal, except that it started about a week late. Then my fourth period assaulted me with a new annoyance, arriving on time yet lasting over 8 days (during my wedding and throughout my honeymoon, no less!).
All of that I could've written off as being stress-related. However, three days after my last period stopped, this new one began. It came on suddenly with a heavy flow, appearing practically black in color and thicker than it's ever been. I'm currently on day three of this strange new period, and I'm really starting to worry.
I decided to come online for advice before seeking the aid of a doctor, as I'm newlywed and very low on money at the moment. I also don't think that there's much that can be done for me. In the past I've tried being on BCP as a form of contraceptive, but I've tried five different hormone variations of the Pill and all have given me debilitating migraines. I worry that any sort of hormone therapy, regardless of whether this is peri or not, will have the same effect.
As for other symptoms, I've always had problems with stress, depression, and anxiety, so it's hard for me to know if I'm experiencing any mood-related indicators of peri. I've also had a lack of libido for a number of years, and it drives me crazy since I wish I could enjoy it while I'm still young.
If anyone can give me any advice, I'd very much appreciate it. I'm worrying myself to death over here.
