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I'm not on birth control and have been trying to get pregnant. i took a test yesterday & it was negative. i just started my period a week early. why?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Anovulation: It sounds as if you're experiencing anovulatory cycles. These are cycles in which the ovary fails to release an egg. This disrupts hormonal levels and makes the cycle abnormal.

Answered 10/10/2016

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A member asked:

I'm not on birth control and have been trying to get pregnant. i took a test yesterday & it was negative. i just started my period a week early. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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