A 40-year-old female asked:

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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Family Medicine 49 years experience

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

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Dr. Wayne Ingramanswered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

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.

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Dr. Liesa Harteanswered

Family Medicine 31 years experience

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

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