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A member asked:

I haven't done anything sexual in the past 5 months, but for some reason i'm 8 days late on my period. should i be worried?

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No: Menstrual irregularites are not uncommon and missing a period without being pregnant is not unusual.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 2/22/2013

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