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My period began early, its lasted 9 days, normal is ten. the blood is dark brown/red, "tacky", & very light.i lost weight and changed my diet. ideas?

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Period: It sounds like you are experiencing a normal variation in your periods. It does not sound like there is anything to worry about.

Dr Pizzo and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/20/2014

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