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Doctors why does my period come irregular? i get it every 2 months and sometimes after every 2 months and 8 days! why?

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Normal variation: What you are describing is normal variation of menses. Birth control pills will make your periods more "regular", but what you are describing is not abnormal and does not require any therapy.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/16/2015

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A member asked:

Doctors why does my period come irregular? i get it every 2 months and sometimes after every 2 months and 8 days! why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Rhoades answered

Dr Ali agreed

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