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    Posted on: 09/22/2008

    Question

    i have white stuff on my pants. is this discharge? when will my period start?

    Answer

    I assume you mean the white stuff is in your underwear and yes, this is vaginal discharge and perfectly normal. I cannot predict when your periods will start, but the age that your mom was when she started might be a good indicator. I can tell you it is usually about a year after you get pubic hair. Good luck!


    Answered By:
    Nancy Brown , Ed.S, M.A., Ph.D.


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