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A 18-year-old female asked:

Is it normal for your period cycle to change every month? mine changes all the time but by around 6 days. my last cycle was 36 days and currently its 40 days still going. im not sure whether i should be concerned or not?

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Dr. Brad Douglasanswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 25 years experience

No this is not normal and could be due to many issues such as a thyroid condition, PCOS, anxiety etc

Answered May 08, 2021

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