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I started my period today and i have prom on the 16th will i be off my period by that time and will it be safe to have sex that day?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Depends: on how long your period usually lasts for. You may be at the tail end of it. Practice safe sex.

Answered 4/13/2016

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