known hormonal issues severe periods no diagnosis
for context: asian-american. 17f. started menstruation in 3rd grade (8-9 years old). short because of that (expected 5’2”, i’m 4’9”). irregular periods (could happen after two weeks, could happen after five months). heavy bleeding. intense pain. labs revealed high testosterone but normal estrogen levels.
since i first went to a doctor and had labs done, i’ve been on the progesterone-only pill. i’ve only had my period about five times since i started, which was a year and a half ago. initially, in the first few months, my periods were light with little pain. but since the third period and after, the heavy bleeding and intense pain returned. the mini pill did not regulate my cycle, it only made it less frequent so i had to deal with the severe symptoms less.
i know a lot of people talk about pcos when dealing with similar symptoms. however, i think it’s important to note that i don’t experience severe acne or weight issues. i’m a normal weight for my height (after being underweight for a couple of years) and have relatively clear skin (despite its oiliness). i don’t experience male pattern balding and, while hairy on my arms and legs, don’t grow hair on my back, chest, or face. birth control is often used to help regulate pcos, but the only way it’s helped me is by making my period less frequent so i deal with the symptoms less. so i’m not sure it’s that.
i would appreciate a second opinion because i have no idea what this could be or what to do to regulate it. if there’s any ideas as to what it might be so i can explore a diagnosis, that would also be appreciated.