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May 2022
25m 34s

How Do I Know if My Period is Normal?

Wendy Lopez, Jessica Jones
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Did you know that periods are a vital sign? They tell us so much about what is happening in the body and can be used as an indicator for underlying conditions like endometriosis or fibroids. Today we’re diving deep into menstrual cycles with fertility physician Dr. Obehi Asemota. Dr. Asemota will be covering what happens during a normal menstrual cycle, the ... Show More
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