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What do the experts think, should my period be affected if my mom is going through menopause?

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Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

No: Many women in the same household will cycle together but your cycle will not be affected by your mother's stopping.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/15/2014

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A member asked:

What do the experts think, should my period be affected if my mom is going through menopause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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