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All of my periods are eight days long, is this normal? can i make it shorter?
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Long periods: Eight days is a bit too long and there might be a reason that your GYN MD can discern by examination. Discuss this with him/her at your next appointment to avoid low blood levels (anemia).
Answered 1/17/2016
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