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I had a period for 2 1/2 days and it normally last 5 to 6 days what does this mean?

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Dr. Barbara Coulter-Smith answered

Probably nothing: It was probably just a short period, but if there is a chance of pregnancy, you may want to do a pregnancy test.

Answered 6/22/2017

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