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Can you tell me how i can stop possible breakthrough bleeding after skipping a period?

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Dr. Rahil Malik answered

Medications: Given your age, you are likely to experience irregular bleeding as you approach menopause. See your GYN doc for help on this matter. They can prescribe medications to regular your period. Regards Dr M

Answered 8/20/2017

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Can you tell me how i can stop possible breakthrough bleeding after skipping a period?

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