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A member asked:

Im 48 yr old my period comes in every other month since six months ago..is this a sign of menepausal? thank you

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Dr. Usha Mukhytar answered

Yes possible: Near menopause periods get irregular, infrequent hot flashes may accompany i.e. Night sweats.

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Answered 3/26/2013

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