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Stress can cause light, late or nonexistent periods — which may eventually create a hormonal imbalance
Your period typically gets darker as the days go on, starting out pink and changing to red, dark red and even brown
Nothing scented should go in or around your vagina!
Foods with iron, antioxidants and fiber can help you feel your best
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IUDs can make your period lighter, heavier, irregular or stop it completely
While it’s probably not your most fertile time, it is possible to get pregnant if you have unprotected sex during your period
From medications and stress to PCOS and STIs, there’s a wide range of reasons Aunt Flo may overstay her welcome
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
Typically, you can keep your appointment, let your gynecologist know and let your worries go
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