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I had what i think was my period and it didn't last very long now i'm having flu like symptoms should i go to the doctor?

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Depends: When the body is under stree, le illness, it can affect your hormones. If your periods are usally. Normal and there is a possibility of pregnancy you may want to check that . Certainly if you have increasing or persistant symptoms see your doc.

Answered 2/1/2014

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