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I started my period about a week and a half early and have been on it for 16 days now. the bleeding will come and go but it is heavy , what do i do?

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See below: It sounds as if you've had an anovulatory cycle. You'll need to see your family doctor for probable hormonal treatment.

Answered 2/15/2013

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