Expert Q & A Answers About period

Is it okay to have sex during menstruation?

I had sex with my boyfriend on the second day of my period, and we used a condom. I've heard that it's bad for the girl’s body to have sex during menstruation, because her period will stop after engaging in intercourse. Is this true?

How long is a normal menstrual cycle?

I haven’t had my period in 42 days, which is unusual for me. I’ve also been eating a lot, and my stomach feels different. Is something wrong?