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Hi, my period blood is normally dark red and heavy however this month its very light flo and light pink, what can be the reason?

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Dr. Eric Potter answered

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Hormonal: Likely you had a different cycle of hormones this month, possibly not ovulating or not having as high estrogen during the first half of cycle.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/7/2019

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A member asked:

Hi, my period blood is normally dark red and heavy however this month its very light flo and light pink, what can be the reason?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Potter answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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