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I had a full 7 day period and 9 days later i'm in it again can stress cause that?

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Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

DUB: Yes, it can. It is called dysfunctional uterine bleeding. If the problem continues, however, please see your OB-Gyn or primary care doctor. There are also many other causes of abnormal bleeding such as infections.

Answered 8/16/2014

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