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A 32-year-old female asked:

Why does my vagina feel dry and tight before my period? my period is late, and i have all the symptoms of a period...but breast not heavy, it has never been this late. been working during covid... and a lot of stress could contribute to the lateness?

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Dr. Leslie Leighton
Internal Medicine 39 years experience
Would see your gynecologist. Your dry vagina might indicate a hormonal issue and could represent early menopause. Not clear exactly what it could be but it warrants a visit to the gynecologist in short order for further evaluation.
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