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Could my period stop from exercise?

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Dr. Alexandra Ianculescu answered

Yes: Excessive exercise could cause your period to stop, but a balanced exercise regime and healthy eating should maintain a normal period.

Dr Ziegler and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/15/2015

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