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I had my period on the 4-8 of this month, was spotting 2days ago, bled yesterday and nothing today...I have an eating disorder...could this play a big factor?
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Thanks for using the forum.

An eating disorder can affect your menstrual cycle. In fact, menstrual irregularities are one of the symptoms of eating disorders. Improper nutrition plays havoc on the body and the menstrual cycle is one of the systems affected.

Cathy
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I have learned that having an eating disorder affects the menstrual cycle and ovulation
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