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How Long is a Menstrual Cycle?

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Updated June 28, 2004

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Question: How Long is a Menstrual Cycle?
Answer: When counting the days in your cycle, always count the first day of your period as day one. The average period lasts about 6 days, although some women may experience slightly shorter or longer periods and be perfectly normal.

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