A 25-year-old female asked:
my period seems to be getting lighter each month. it comes on time. why is my period getting lighter each month? not having sexual intercourse
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Dr. John Berryman answered
54 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
"lighter periods" ?: Periods may be "lighter" if on bcp's for contraception or other contraceptive hormones (progesterone types). If you are on no hormonal birth control, see your gyn physician for an exam and testing.
Answered on Sep 29, 2019
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