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I haven't had my period for a year now. i'm 19 almost finishing my first year in college. is this normal?..

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Dr. Jeffrey Unger answered

Not normal: This is known as "secondary amenorrhea." There could be several causes of this, but you should see a family physician to have this checked out.

Dr Quintana agreed

Answered 5/26/2014

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A member asked:

I haven't had my period for a year now. i'm 19 almost finishing my first year in college. is this normal?..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Unger answered

Dr Quintana agreed

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