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I think i ovulated this month 2-3 weeks ago i had that really sticky discharge, but i still have not started my period. can you just skip a period ?

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Dr. Christiaan Maurer answered

Yes: Yes you can but i would be concerned about pregnancy. Do a home pee test.

Answered 8/28/2012

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