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I got my period 5 days early, lasted 3 days. very unusual. last period only lasted 5 days normal is 7. on a 28 day thing?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

That's normal: People have periods every 21-35 days normally. Slight variation from month to month is very normal for those not on birth control

Answered 7/17/2016

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A member asked:

I got my period 5 days early, lasted 3 days. very unusual. last period only lasted 5 days normal is 7. on a 28 day thing?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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