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I'm 42 and always had regular periods. my period is late and i've been spotting for the past 2 weeks. (not pregnant). could this be perimenopause?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

Spotting: Hormonal changes and infections usually the cause of spotting. So, this could be.

Answered 8/26/2018

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A member asked:

I'm 42 and always had regular periods. my period is late and i've been spotting for the past 2 weeks. (not pregnant). could this be perimenopause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

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