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A 29-year-old female asked:
My period was two days late and it normally finishes in 5 days but its longer than usual, its been 7 days now, its really light and im experiencing light cramps as well. ive stopped taking the pills for a year now and trying to convince. ?
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Dr. Ralph Bolinganswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 41 years experience
Hormone issues: can cause heavier, and or longer periods, could be caused by insulin resistance/polycystic ovarian syndrome, or other issues affecting ovulation.
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