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What could be wrong if my menstrual cycle was 5 or 6 days and heavy and now my menstrual cycle is 2 or 3 days and it's light ?

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Dr. Ricardo Fontillas answered

Normal: Changes in menses could be normal but it's better to see an OB/GYN to make sure and to be educated more about You.

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Dr. Stanley Swaby answered

This may be normal.: Depending on your age, there's tremendous cycle variability. Especially during the first 5- 6 years after menarche and the perimenopausal years.

Answered 9/3/2014

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What could be wrong if my menstrual cycle was 5 or 6 days and heavy and now my menstrual cycle is 2 or 3 days and it's light ?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ricardo Fontillas answered

Dr. Stanley Swaby answered

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