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My wife's period has been getting longer. it is now 40 days. is this dangerous? is there anything she can do other than take oral contraceptives?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Period: Your wife might benefit from an examination from her gynecologist to determine why her period has changed.

Answered 3/4/2014

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A member asked:

My wife's period has been getting longer. it is now 40 days. is this dangerous? is there anything she can do other than take oral contraceptives?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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