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What are the causes of menstrual period changes?

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Dr. Betsy Greenleaf answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Many: Hormonal disturbances, peri menopause, menopause, stress, low body weight, , medications, other medical conditions, bleeding disorders, thyroid disease, pregnancy, diet, cysts, masses, tumors........ Too many to tell. A proper examination with a clinician can help to find the cause.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/21/2013

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