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A member asked:

My period came 4 days late but the first day was only slight brown spotting. the next day the flow was very light. peri menopause? i'm 37 yrs old.

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Dr. Richard Wallner answered

Could be, but...: Pregnancy, infection, or several hormonal issues could be in play. Check with your doctor.

Answered 2/19/2014

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