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Was a week late for period! slowly started and bled extra heavy for 2 days and on 3rd day very little! could this be maybe the start of menapause?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Not necessarily: Occasionally, most women will have an irregular, different cycle. Monitor your cycle over the next few months, and most likely the pattern will revert back to your prior pattern. Also, be mindful that unprotected intercourse may result in pregnancy, so if this is to be avoided then consistent contraception is advised

Answered 6/2/2016

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A member asked:

Was a week late for period! slowly started and bled extra heavy for 2 days and on 3rd day very little! could this be maybe the start of menapause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

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