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A member asked:

Is it common for a teenager with pcos to spot between periods? spotting before period. and longer period, 8 days,?

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Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: Irregular menstruation is frequently encountered in PCOS. This condition requires frequent checks with your physician to monitor hormonal levels and other medical conditions like obesity etc, that accompany this condition.

Answered 9/28/2014

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I have been having light spotting on my cycle day 28 for 3 to 4 days never had this before as normally I just have a period. I have been having headaches most mornings and a unsettled tummy I have pcos?

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