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Is there a reason why every other month my period either lasts exactly 4 days or 6-7 days. like it switches back and forth consistently each month.

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Dr. Amrit Singh answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No: medical reason periods may vary normally esp. in young age finally they become certain in time

Dr Rosenfeld agreed

Answered 10/15/2015

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