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[nessa89a]

I had my period on dec 1 it was longer then it usely is i only have it for 7 days this time it was 9 day i wasnt suspose to start til the 14th but afzer my peroid was done i had unprotected sex with my boyfriend but the i started bleeding on and off for 6 days it was very lite why is that

[nessa89a]

I was in pain for 3 days went to the hospital and said it was my cyst that was giving me all my pain but after the 3 days i started bleeding again but i already had my period could it be because my cyst burst???

[nessa89a]

So i started my period on the 1st last month should i expect it on the 1st this month???cause i usely have cramping before i.start n.im not cramping

[Bridget A. Hewitt, RN]

Hi and thanks for using the forum.

It is not uncommon to have an "off" period every once in a while.  Many things can affect your cycle such as a change in exercise/ eating habits, weight loss or gain, stress, etc.  If you are very concerned, you could make an appointment with your GYN just to be sure that everything is OK  (no STD's, etc.).  You could also wait and see how your next period goes.  IF you continue to be irregular, then you definitely need to get checked out.  Good luck.

Bridget