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A member asked:

Is it possible to have a delayed period when you have sex, protected and with withdrawal, 6-7 days before your period?

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Dr. Andrew Silverman answered

Delayed menses: The reason for a delayed menses having had sex 6-7 days before your expected period in probably unrelated to pregnancy.

Dr Higginbotham agreed

Answered 12/22/2018

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