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Usually my periods are 5 days. days 1-3 seem heavy. days 4-5 is really light. i never soaked pads.i am using a menstrual cup for the first time now.it's only the end of day one and i lost according to my cup 40-45ml on day 1?! am i bleeding to heavy?

Q: usually my periods are 5 days. days 1-3 seem heavy. days 4-5 is really light. i never soaked pads.i am using a menstrual cup for the first time now.it's only the end of day one and i lost according to my cup 40-45ml on day 1?! am i bleeding to heavy?

: Different people bleed different amounts. If you are not satisfied with your level of cycle control consider seeing an Obgyn to discuss options.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Different people bleed different amounts. If you are not satisfied with your level of cycle control consider seeing an Obgyn to discuss options.

Answered 1/31/2023

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A member asked:

Usually my periods are 5 days. days 1-3 seem heavy. days 4-5 is really light. i never soaked pads.i am using a menstrual cup for the first time now.it's only the end of day one and i lost according to my cup 40-45ml on day 1?! am i bleeding to heavy?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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