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I have been bleeding heavily soaking a pad every 3 hours. for 7 days. i wasnt suppose to start my period until the 20th. and they are never like this.
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Call your doctor: Second choice go to a walk-in/urgent care center. This is not normal and you are bleeding too much. If you can't do any of the above, go to ER, but this is the least good choice. You need to be evaluated soon. Good wishes.
Answered 10/4/2016
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