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My period is usually extremly heavey and last 7 days but this period is light and has lasted only 4 days. what could be the reason behind it?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Hormonal changes: or fluctuations, stress, tension, anxiety, low grade infection etc. can all alter your cycle and character of your menses.

Answered 11/17/2015

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A member asked:

My period is usually extremly heavey and last 7 days but this period is light and has lasted only 4 days. what could be the reason behind it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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