A member asked:

Keep getting painful spots on cheeks and redness not on any contraceptive but periods have also been late past few months could it be linked?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Perhaps: First of all it is abnormal not to have your period so first take a pregnancy test. If negative can focus on the other symptoms You should see a doctor for you need a thorough evaluation. There are many medical illnesses that must be examined here

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 7/12/2016

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A member asked:

Keep getting painful spots on cheeks and redness not on any contraceptive but periods have also been late past few months could it be linked?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Livingston agreed

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