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I had protected (but condom was switched out) sex this month and my period was right on time. but it's longer than usual. is this cause for concern?

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Dr. Nicole Jarvis answered

Probably okay: Irregular cycles and different characteristics of cycles like the length or heaviness are common. If you used a condom and got your period at the right time, it sounds like everything is okay. You could take a home pregnancy test to make sure it's negative just for peace of mind.

Answered 11/8/2015

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A member asked:

I had protected (but condom was switched out) sex this month and my period was right on time. but it's longer than usual. is this cause for concern?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nicole Jarvis answered

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