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My periods have always lasted around 5-6 days. i got my iud out in january and since then my periods are only 2 days long. do menstrual cycles get shorter as we get older?

Q: my periods have always lasted around 5-6 days. i got my iud out in january and since then my periods are only 2 days long. do menstrual cycles get shorter as we get older?

: Yes they may. But you are young and not at that age. Suggest a checkup with your Gyn

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Yes they may. But you are young and not at that age. Suggest a checkup with your Gyn

Answered 9/13/2022

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A member asked:

My periods have always lasted around 5-6 days. i got my iud out in january and since then my periods are only 2 days long. do menstrual cycles get shorter as we get older?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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