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Is it normal to have a light period after years of heavy?

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Dr. Victor Beshay answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Yes: Occasional cycle changes can happen every now and then. However, it may not be a bad idea to check a pregnancy test just in case.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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