Periods & your cycle
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Periods
Ovulation bleeding and mid-cycle spotting
Light spotting around ovulation is common and usually harmless. A brief dip in estrogen when the egg is released can cause a small amount of pink or light-brown discharge for a day or two in the middle of your cycle.
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A period that is up to about 7 days late is usually normal. If you are sexually active and more than a week late, take a pregnancy test first. Beyond pregnancy, common causes include stress, weight or exercise changes, thyroid problems and PCOS.
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