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Posted on: 08/03/2009
Question
My friend is 10 years and 8 months old. She has had her menses (period) for the last two months and is very scared. Is there a problem? Please tell us.
Answer
Girls can start having periods at 10 and be perfectly normal. If worried, please have her see her doctor.