Is it normal for your first period to be white?

It is not typical for a first period to be white. The color of menstrual blood can vary from person to person, and it can also change throughout a period. However, white or clear menstrual blood is usually not considered normal.

Menstrual blood is made up of shed uterine lining, blood, and other fluids. The color of menstrual blood is typically determined by the amount of oxygen it has been exposed to. Bright red blood is fresh blood that has not been exposed to much oxygen. Dark red or brown blood is older blood that has been exposed to more oxygen.

White or clear menstrual blood can be a sign of a variety of underlying conditions, such as:

- Hormonal imbalances

- Pregnancy

- Infection

- Cancer

It is important to see a doctor to determine the cause of white menstrual blood, especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms such as abdominal pain, fever, or heavy bleeding.