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Hi, i was wondering if stress could have caused me to start my menstrual cycle 10 days early. yesterday was pinkish spotting and i woke up today to nothing so far. i am having lower back aches and alittle cramping in my stomach area. i use condoms during

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Dr. Cody Mead answered

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Yes: You are correct. Life stressors can do strange things to a woman's cycle. Early, late, light, heavy. Hang in there!

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Answered 4/3/2016

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A member asked:

Hi, i was wondering if stress could have caused me to start my menstrual cycle 10 days early. yesterday was pinkish spotting and i woke up today to nothing so far. i am having lower back aches and alittle cramping in my stomach area. i use condoms during

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cody Mead answered

Dr Anyanwu agreed

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