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When you have a period does it mean you ovulate?
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No: it means that your female hormones are working correctly.
Answered 12/31/2014
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Nearly always: The only way to have a spontaneous period (no medicine) is if you ovulate first. There are many reasons for vaginal bleeding that are not menstruation (a period), though. Hope this helps.
Answered 12/31/2014
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