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Will an eating disorder prolong the start of your period?
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Eating do: Anorexia more likely causes skipped periods (amenorrhea).
Answered 7/10/2012
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Yes: If you get an eating disorder before your body has time to menstruate, it most certainly can delay the start.
Answered 11/27/2017
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