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I got my period yesterday. the flow is so heavy its soaking a super tampon and super pad combinded in less than an hour. is something wrong ?
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Yes: Yes you could have a problem with hormonal or a possible fibroid or polyp. If you have more questions - please ask.
Answered 4/16/2018
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