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What is considered having a regular period? does that mean you have to start your period on the same date every month? im a little confused

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

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28 days, +/-: 28 days from the first day of bleeding until the next first day of bleeding is the textbook answer. Periods that start spontaneously anytime from 26-32 days are normal and can mostly be considered regular. The same day or date each month is not a good defnition, months range from 28-to-31 days in length, rmeber? Good luck!

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Answered 3/8/2016

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A member asked:

What is considered having a regular period? does that mean you have to start your period on the same date every month? im a little confused

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Dr Enriquez agreed

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