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What can cuase your periods to get lighter in flow?
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Change in hormone level in that month due to stress or change in physical condition such as an acute illness.
Answered 8/12/2021
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Amount of blood during periods can be light if you have thin endometrium, like after D&C, if on oral contraceptives, spread over many days,. Occasional light period is normal for most females. hope it helps.
Answered 8/12/2021
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