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I am 46. last month my period was only spotting, this month it is 2 weeks late and i have heavy painful period. is a miscarriage possible?

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Dr. Mary Vanko answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not likely: Although pregnancy is possible, it is not likely. I do tell patients to use contraception until the menopause. Buy a pregnancy test. Your cycles will get more irregular as you get older.

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Answered 3/29/2015

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A member asked:

I am 46. last month my period was only spotting, this month it is 2 weeks late and i have heavy painful period. is a miscarriage possible?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mary Vanko answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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