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I am 40 years old with a regular 26 day menstrual cycle. my period is 10 days early, bright red and very crampy. is this something to be alarmed with?

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Gyn exam: Get a full pelvic exam,PAP. pregnannct test, hormone levels. You will need medication to control cramping and bleeding.

Answered 7/19/2014

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Yes: This is aberrant and unusual for you and if it continues bears examination by a GYN MD. At age 40 menopause may still be a few years away.

Answered 4/20/2016

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Irregular period. : It sounds like an irregular period to me. No cause for alarm most likely.

Answered 10/7/2015

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