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Is it possible that i am pregnant if i have shorter lighter period?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

HPT: If this is spotting, pregnancy is possible. Take a pregnancy test if you have missed your normal period.

Answered 6/3/2013

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