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I am a 51 year old woman and seem to be coming on my period 7 days earlier then i am susposed to , is this normal never happened before.

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Dr. Bryan Treacy answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Yes: During perimenopause, ovarian hormone production can be variable and lead to menstrual irregularity in most women. The average age of menopause is 51.4 years so you may be close the end of your cycles.

Answered 5/24/2013

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A member asked:

I am a 51 year old woman and seem to be coming on my period 7 days earlier then i am susposed to , is this normal never happened before.

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Dr. Bryan Treacy answered

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