A 46-year-old female asked:
My period didn't last but two days, and it was real light. it really didn't come down. what does that means?
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Dr. Keegan Duchicelaanswered
family medicine 16 years experience
Missed/light periods: Women can miss their periods for many reasons (one of which is pregnancy, so make sure to get a pregnancy test). Stress can do it, so can different medicines, as well as many other things. It may also be the start of menopause, which will make periods more irregular.
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Dr. Stephen Richardsanswered
Obstetrics & Gynecology 44 years experience
Periods: You need to give more info. If you are on the pill, it is normal to have lighter periods. If not on the pill, are you pregnant--see your doctor.
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A 17-year-old female asked:
My period only lasted 3 days and was very light should I worry?
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Not necessarily.: The main reason for light periods is a change in hormone levels. Causes for what seems to be a light period can include: implantation bleeding in early pregnancy, thyroid problems, eating disorders, excessive exercise, initial periods for a girl, use of an intrauterine device, oral contraceptives ; perimenopause.
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