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Light period, then mid cycle spotting. usually very regular cycles.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Hormonal changes: or fluctuations of female hormones, stress, tension, anxiety, nutritional factors,and possible thyroid issues can also be causes. Consiltyour GYN.

Answered 1/11/2015

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