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My period is 6 days later than usual and i seem to think its finally arrived however its not a normal flow and is very light so im not sure its totall?

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Dr. Kevin O'neil answered

Specializes in Urogynecology

Depends: If you are not sexually active, it may be normal. It is not unusual for a young woman to not ovulate every month, this will throw off your period. If you sexually active, i'd recommend checking a pregnancy test.

Answered 10/31/2013

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A member asked:

My period is 6 days later than usual and i seem to think its finally arrived however its not a normal flow and is very light so im not sure its totall?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kevin O'neil answered

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