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What causes your period come early, i got what i thought was my period this morning but quickly went away with in 1-2 hours. could it be implantation.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Implantation: Implantation bleeding is not really as common as the internet would have you believe. When it does happen it's usually 6-12 days after ovulation. A pregnancy test 7-10 days after unprotected intercourse is much more helpful. Implantation bleeding occurs exclusively in pregnant women.

Answered 3/25/2016

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