Preparing questions in advance can help parents and patients have more meaningful discussions with physicians regarding their or their child’s conditions. Parents and patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions regarding menstruation:

1. What are some tips for discussing menstruation with my daughter?
   
   
2. Should I talk about menstruation with my son, too?
   
   
3. I’m a single father. How can I best talk to my daughter about menstruation?
   
   
4. How will I know if my daughter’s first period is abnormally late?
   
   
5. What are some of the signs of abnormal menstruation that require medical attention?
   
   
6. What type of sanitary products should my daughter use for her period?
   
   
7. Is it okay for my daughter to use pain relievers during her menstrual cycle?
   
   
8. When will my daughter’s period become more regular?
   
   
9. How can my daughter calculate the length of her menstrual cycle?
   
   
10. Can my daughter get pregnant during menstruation?
    
    
11. If my daughter is sexually active, should she automatically see a doctor after a missed period, even if her periods tend to be irregular?