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My period is always very heavy four days with a light day at the beginning and one at the end. i'm 44 yo. this month period is very light. why is this?

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Dr. Ivelisse Rivera-Godreau answered

Changes in period...: Any new changes in your period should follow with a pregnancy test. If not possible or negative then one common possibility in your age group is perimenopause(or the first symptoms before menopause happens for good). Follow up with your doctor if you keep having issues.

Dr Hickerson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/19/2014

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A member asked:

My period is always very heavy four days with a light day at the beginning and one at the end. i'm 44 yo. this month period is very light. why is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ivelisse Rivera-Godreau answered

Dr Hickerson and 2 doctors agreed

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