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A member asked:

Im 16 and have never had a regular period... but when i would have my period it would flow so heavy i almost went the the er so my obgyn put me on bir?

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Contraceptives work: This is not an uncommon problem in young women and is most likely something you will eventually outgrow. Meanwhile we frequently use oral contraceptives to regulate the cycle, reduce bleeding and reduce blood loss.

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Answered 5/19/2016

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