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LADIES ONLY - Trying not to panic but...

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  • WalkingAlong
    WalkingAlong Posts: 4,926 Member
    I've heard that there is some estrogen stored in fat cells and losing weight can result in some heavier periods, and I've experienced that at times myself. I never really researched it, though.
  • Flutterloo
    Flutterloo Posts: 122 Member
    Agreed with all of the other ladies. If that is what a normal period was like for you, then ok. But since this is abnormal, it is best to let your doctor know and see if there is something wrong. Be sure to mention your eating/exercise routine so they can tell you if that might be causing it.

    Best of luck to you!
  • Left4Good
    Left4Good Posts: 304
    The same thing happens to me. The blood clots are rare but if it runs in your family it is normal, i get them ALOT. But i do think it is best to call the doctor and get an appointment.
  • culo97
    culo97 Posts: 256 Member
    Could just be extra bleeding post a missed cycle but could also be that you missed because you were preggers and that what's happening now is a miscarriage.
    This is my first thought.

    What the OP describes happened to me in my late 20s. I was sexually active at the time, so I assumed it was a pregnancy that didn't take. Since I couldn't afford to even HAVE health insurance, no way I could support a kid. Whatever the problem was, I didn't notice any long term effect.

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