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My period started again after ending 1 week ago. could this be the beginning of menopause?
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Maybe: It could also be a sign of other gyn issues which may need md assessment if it persists.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Not to worry : Menopause is defined as a point in time, after which there is no menses for one year- due to ovarian failure. Most likely you are having some temporary irregular bleeding. If this persists, see your gyn, but if you are generally having menses, menopause is pretty far off.
Answered 3/26/2013
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