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Stress can cause light, late or nonexistent periods — which may eventually create a hormonal imbalance
IUDs can make your period lighter, heavier, irregular or stop it completely
The fluctuation in your hormones can cause the red, itchy welts
From medications and stress to PCOS and STIs, there’s a wide range of reasons Aunt Flo may overstay her welcome
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Reasons for spotting can include menopause, uterine fibroids, PCOS and birth control
Hormonal changes are the likely culprits behind the aches and fatigue before your period
Irregularities in cycle length and flow aren’t a cause for concern
Hormone fluctuations impact oil and sebum production, creating painful, tender pimples
Depending on size and location, they can affect your rectum, stomach, bladder and kidneys
It depends on your menstrual flow, and a little trial and error
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