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I'm 39 years old and my period usually start in the first week of the month i'm more than a week late does this mean i'm going through menopause?

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Dr. Philip Chao answered

Specializes in Radiology

A week late is : Of concern you could be pregnant. If you feel you could be pregnant see a doctor and get a serum (blood) HCG test.

Dr Smith agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I'm 39 years old and my period usually start in the first week of the month i'm more than a week late does this mean i'm going through menopause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Chao answered

Dr Smith agreed

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