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Can heavy use of antibiotics affect menstruation? my periods are have been shorter than usual since taking antibiotics over the last 2 months.
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No: Antibiotic use would have no reason to alter your menstruation. If you can be more specific with how "heavy" the use, we might be more specific. Good wishes.
Answered 7/10/2014
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No, but...: Antibiotics have not been reliably shown to change menstruation. Infections, stress, and other GYN issues can however change menstrual patterns. I recommend you discuss this further with your GYN.
Answered 7/9/2014
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