If your period does not start by the age of 16 consult with your doctor. There can be health issues if your period doesn’t start by the age of 16.
How often should a female have her period? What color should the blood be during your period?
A female period should last at least 7 days. Some will have their period for less and some a day or two extras. If your period is constantly longer than 78 days or occurring less than 21 days within each other consult your doctor. Menstruation blood varies from woman to woman and throughout aging. During the first few days of your period you may notice the blood is bright red and may turn browner and a little thicker towards the end.