I have found that if I have sex within 2, sometimes 3 days of my period ending, it can actually start back up full force for up to 3 more days. Does this happen to anybody other than myself?
Does anybody else find that sex can restart your period?
11/05/2010
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Generally sex won't actually restart the menstrual cycle, as that is a hormonal process more than a physical reaction cycle. But what it can do is loosen up endometrium (the lining that sheds that looks like blood) from the period you just had that had failed to exit successfully.
However, they do say there's a possibility that the chemicals in sperm can help (but not solely cause) a hormonal signal to aid in ovulation.
Pretty interesting stuff.
However, they do say there's a possibility that the chemicals in sperm can help (but not solely cause) a hormonal signal to aid in ovulation.
Pretty interesting stuff.
11/05/2010
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Well that seems like it could be what it is, but how could there be enough endometrium left, to constitute up to 2 days of full force period? That seems like some sort of a cruel joke to me.
Originally posted by
Darling Jen
Generally sex won't actually restart the menstrual cycle, as that is a hormonal process more than a physical reaction cycle. But what it can do is loosen up endometrium (the lining that sheds that looks like blood) from the period you just had
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Generally sex won't actually restart the menstrual cycle, as that is a hormonal process more than a physical reaction cycle. But what it can do is loosen up endometrium (the lining that sheds that looks like blood) from the period you just had that had failed to exit successfully.
However, they do say there's a possibility that the chemicals in sperm can help (but not solely cause) a hormonal signal to aid in ovulation.
Pretty interesting stuff. less
However, they do say there's a possibility that the chemicals in sperm can help (but not solely cause) a hormonal signal to aid in ovulation.
Pretty interesting stuff. less
11/06/2010
I haven't had this happen, but the couple of times that I had sex while on my period with my ex, I found it seemed to make my period last longer. Might have been all in my head, though, lol!
11/06/2010
There was another thread on this a while back, and several other people said they'd experienced this. I'd always thought it was all in my head, although lately I've wondered if the type of orgasm matters.
11/06/2010
I've had that happen many times after having sex or masturbating. I guess the stimulation aids the remaining endometrium or whatever that word was.
11/06/2010
Never happened to me. Sex during my period does make my period somewhat heavier but it ends sooner. I guess sex just gets things moving faster.
11/06/2010
I had that problem before, though I have noticed I don't anymore. I take birth control pills now. I didn't ever get cramps or any other signs that my period was back, so I thought it maybe just opened me up again to let the rest of it drain out.
11/06/2010
Hmm I have noticed that if my period went away earlier in the day it'll come back again if we have sex that evening. But, like Darling Jen said, it's actually just that some didn't fully pass yet.
I've never had it come back for another few days though and not full force.
I've never had it come back for another few days though and not full force.
11/06/2010
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Actually, during an average menstruation the blood loss is only between 10-80 mL, which is about 0.68 to 5.4 tablespoons. And that's over the course of the entire 3-7 bleeding period. It's an extremely small amount that just seems like a lot more to us for psychological reasons plus it mixes with mucous that is already naturally occuring in the vaginal canal to seem like a heck of a lot more.
Originally posted by
Emma (Girl With Fire)
Well that seems like it could be what it is, but how could there be enough endometrium left, to constitute up to 2 days of full force period? That seems like some sort of a cruel joke to me.
So what seems like a lot, probably isn't. But if you do think it's much heavier than usual or continues on much loner than it should, see a doctor. Some women become anemic from the amount of blood loss they experience from periods. And it can be downright dangerous if her period comes too often or never seems to go away.
11/06/2010
Sometimes
11/06/2010
Only when starting to have sex again after long times without it (I'm talking years between incidents). It also happens when I'm physically active on what I think is 'the first clear day' and the bleeding goes on another day or two.
Birth control pills stopped such inconveniences in my body.
Birth control pills stopped such inconveniences in my body.
11/06/2010
Yep> I have the same problem.
11/06/2010
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yes this seems to happen to me as well but I think it is just they way your cervix is tilted
Originally posted by
Emma (Girl With Fire)
I have found that if I have sex within 2, sometimes 3 days of my period ending, it can actually start back up full force for up to 3 more days. Does this happen to anybody other than myself?
11/06/2010
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Yeah I know my cervix is a little wonky, it caused problems while I was in labor that's for sure. It's really just a pain in the butt, because I like sex after my period finishes, I don't have to worry about condoms for the first few days. On the other hand I HATE having my period so it doesn't seem worth it anymore.
Originally posted by
pinkzombie
yes this seems to happen to me as well but I think it is just they way your cervix is tilted
11/07/2010
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My period often stops on the 5th day and stays completely off then restarts again a day or too later and last another 5 or so days. I often find having sex and reaching orgasm starts my period up soon after and keeps it from lasting as long.
Originally posted by
Darling Jen
Generally sex won't actually restart the menstrual cycle, as that is a hormonal process more than a physical reaction cycle. But what it can do is loosen up endometrium (the lining that sheds that looks like blood) from the period you just had
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Generally sex won't actually restart the menstrual cycle, as that is a hormonal process more than a physical reaction cycle. But what it can do is loosen up endometrium (the lining that sheds that looks like blood) from the period you just had that had failed to exit successfully.
However, they do say there's a possibility that the chemicals in sperm can help (but not solely cause) a hormonal signal to aid in ovulation.
Pretty interesting stuff. less
However, they do say there's a possibility that the chemicals in sperm can help (but not solely cause) a hormonal signal to aid in ovulation.
Pretty interesting stuff. less
11/07/2010
I have never had that problem before and have never heard of anyone having that problem.
11/07/2010
My cycles have never been regular...I've gone as much as 2 years without a period when not on the pill. I asked my gynecologist if sex could trigger some hormonal surge to make it start, and she said that seemed unlikely, though she didn't sound particularly sure of herself.
11/07/2010
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isn't that reassuring
Originally posted by
Dame Demi
My cycles have never been regular...I've gone as much as 2 years without a period when not on the pill. I asked my gynecologist if sex could trigger some hormonal surge to make it start, and she said that seemed unlikely, though she didn't
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My cycles have never been regular...I've gone as much as 2 years without a period when not on the pill. I asked my gynecologist if sex could trigger some hormonal surge to make it start, and she said that seemed unlikely, though she didn't sound particularly sure of herself.
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11/08/2010
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YES!
Originally posted by
Emma (Girl With Fire)
I have found that if I have sex within 2, sometimes 3 days of my period ending, it can actually start back up full force for up to 3 more days. Does this happen to anybody other than myself?
11/08/2010
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I don't really know. That's an interesting concept.
Originally posted by
Emma (Girl With Fire)
I have found that if I have sex within 2, sometimes 3 days of my period ending, it can actually start back up full force for up to 3 more days. Does this happen to anybody other than myself?
11/08/2010
I'm glad I'm not the only one! Unfortunately many of you seem to suffer from this pain in the ass problem as well.
11/08/2010
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And she's one of the best in the DFW Metroplex. When I was younger, I often found penetration uncomfortable and talked to her about it. She suggested going to a sex shop and getting a vibrator to 'practice' and get used to the feeling. This was years before Eden, but I'd certainly already tried that suggestion. Heh, I actually came up with the idea of using "Anbesol" or "Orajel" as a numbing agent; she was pretty impressed by my ingenuity.
Originally posted by
Emma (Girl With Fire)
isn't that reassuring
She was impressed by Eden, but when I told her I'd been an active reviewer for awhile and had around 200-250 vibes and dildos, she looked at me like I'd grown a second head. Wtf? It's not like I use them all simultaneously or anything, and a lot of them were free.
At least she didn't kick me out for being "too abnormal" like my shrink did.
Sorry...brief vent. I've been having issues lately with medical doctors being affected by personal moral values, and it's starting to piss me off. I'll go to a priest if I want moral guidance.
11/08/2010
this kept happenning to me earlier in the year. My period would finish, I'd go visit my bf and bang it would come back. PIA if you ask me, but nice to know Im not the only one
11/08/2010
You're not alone on this one. I too experience a re-start or what seems to be more than spotting if I have sex or masturbate. Just when I was happy to see it gone (or going) it shows it's ugly self again.
On another note, I too am very irregular, lately however I have found that if I have sex just around the time it's due, that triggers it's onset. I'm doomed both ways.
On another note, I too am very irregular, lately however I have found that if I have sex just around the time it's due, that triggers it's onset. I'm doomed both ways.
11/08/2010
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Psssht, I think you are fantastic And I envy your collection of dildos and vibrators. I think that everybody should own at least a storage box full! I mean, come on it's not like we don't all like variety now and again. Shrinks kicking you out... well sometimes that's just a question of them being completely unfamiliar with dealing with your particular brand of crazy. Everybody has a different brand of that. In my opinion, it would do them some good to keep you around. They could probably learn a lot!
Originally posted by
Dame Demi
And she's one of the best in the DFW Metroplex. When I was younger, I often found penetration uncomfortable and talked to her about it. She suggested going to a sex shop and getting a vibrator to 'practice' and get used to the feeling.
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And she's one of the best in the DFW Metroplex. When I was younger, I often found penetration uncomfortable and talked to her about it. She suggested going to a sex shop and getting a vibrator to 'practice' and get used to the feeling. This was years before Eden, but I'd certainly already tried that suggestion. Heh, I actually came up with the idea of using "Anbesol" or "Orajel" as a numbing agent; she was pretty impressed by my ingenuity.
She was impressed by Eden, but when I told her I'd been an active reviewer for awhile and had around 200-250 vibes and dildos, she looked at me like I'd grown a second head. Wtf? It's not like I use them all simultaneously or anything, and a lot of them were free.
At least she didn't kick me out for being "too abnormal" like my shrink did.
Sorry...brief vent. I've been having issues lately with medical doctors being affected by personal moral values, and it's starting to piss me off. I'll go to a priest if I want moral guidance. less
She was impressed by Eden, but when I told her I'd been an active reviewer for awhile and had around 200-250 vibes and dildos, she looked at me like I'd grown a second head. Wtf? It's not like I use them all simultaneously or anything, and a lot of them were free.
At least she didn't kick me out for being "too abnormal" like my shrink did.
Sorry...brief vent. I've been having issues lately with medical doctors being affected by personal moral values, and it's starting to piss me off. I'll go to a priest if I want moral guidance. less
11/08/2010
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Wooooow that sucks. Those people suck. Sounds like jealousy to me!
Originally posted by
Dame Demi
And she's one of the best in the DFW Metroplex. When I was younger, I often found penetration uncomfortable and talked to her about it. She suggested going to a sex shop and getting a vibrator to 'practice' and get used to the feeling.
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more
And she's one of the best in the DFW Metroplex. When I was younger, I often found penetration uncomfortable and talked to her about it. She suggested going to a sex shop and getting a vibrator to 'practice' and get used to the feeling. This was years before Eden, but I'd certainly already tried that suggestion. Heh, I actually came up with the idea of using "Anbesol" or "Orajel" as a numbing agent; she was pretty impressed by my ingenuity.
She was impressed by Eden, but when I told her I'd been an active reviewer for awhile and had around 200-250 vibes and dildos, she looked at me like I'd grown a second head. Wtf? It's not like I use them all simultaneously or anything, and a lot of them were free.
At least she didn't kick me out for being "too abnormal" like my shrink did.
Sorry...brief vent. I've been having issues lately with medical doctors being affected by personal moral values, and it's starting to piss me off. I'll go to a priest if I want moral guidance. less
She was impressed by Eden, but when I told her I'd been an active reviewer for awhile and had around 200-250 vibes and dildos, she looked at me like I'd grown a second head. Wtf? It's not like I use them all simultaneously or anything, and a lot of them were free.
At least she didn't kick me out for being "too abnormal" like my shrink did.
Sorry...brief vent. I've been having issues lately with medical doctors being affected by personal moral values, and it's starting to piss me off. I'll go to a priest if I want moral guidance. less
11/08/2010
Well, the psychiatrist was from India, and so I'm sure her view of marriage and sex clouded her ability to treat me for my situational issues. I remember asking her, "Well, you're a psychiatrist--what about people that come to you with sexual or gender-related issues like crossdressing or transgender confusion?" She stuttered/spat, "I don't have people like that in my practice!" Yeah. The woman definitely picked the wrong line of work.
Don't know what the gynecologist's issue was--probably some fear I'm using sex toys to an 'unhealty' extent or something. Well, just because I have a lot doesn't mean I use them 24/7, and a decent number of them were free. Plus, it's got to be 'healthier' than seeking out hookups in IM chat rooms.
And thanks, Girl With Fire. Grad school is an option I'm considering if my sanity survives the divorce process, and I'm seriously considering going into social work or counseling (English, my undergrad degree, is fun, but relatively useless if you actually have to make money and are too lazy to write). Considering my friends include the 5 people on earth possibly more fucked up than I am, I've got some hands on unofficial experience.
I'd like to create (since I've not yet actually found) a form of therapy that actually works for those of us who are messed up enough that 12-steps are just our first 12 steps back to the bar, pharmacy, casino, etc. Kudos to those who are able to turn their lives around using them. But 'positive thinking' and 'surrendering to a higher power' and 'life planning' doesn't really work for a lot of people out there.
Saying "Your life means something, find your will to live!" means nada to someone who's beyond the 'cry-for-help-hopefull y-someone-finds-me-in- time' stage of suicidal. What worked for me, and for the friends with whom I shared my pragmatic view of dealing with suicide, was the realization it's one decision you can NOT undo, so it bears careful consideration; and it's also the one option that never really goes away, unless you get hospitalized and put on suicide watch. So, rather than pointless suggestions to think positive thoughts about some amorphous future, I suggest "Well, you can always do it tomorrow. Get through today first, then see how you feel tomrrow; and if you can make it through tomorrow, you can do it the day after." Kind of an exceedingly morbid but more meaningful "one day at a time" concept. *shrug* It appalls some people that I think that way, but I've lost several friends to suicide who were failed by 'traditional' treatment methods. I'd rather find something that works for people like me, even if it scares others.
And this totally does not belong in this thread, sorry. Got carried away.
Don't know what the gynecologist's issue was--probably some fear I'm using sex toys to an 'unhealty' extent or something. Well, just because I have a lot doesn't mean I use them 24/7, and a decent number of them were free. Plus, it's got to be 'healthier' than seeking out hookups in IM chat rooms.
And thanks, Girl With Fire. Grad school is an option I'm considering if my sanity survives the divorce process, and I'm seriously considering going into social work or counseling (English, my undergrad degree, is fun, but relatively useless if you actually have to make money and are too lazy to write). Considering my friends include the 5 people on earth possibly more fucked up than I am, I've got some hands on unofficial experience.
I'd like to create (since I've not yet actually found) a form of therapy that actually works for those of us who are messed up enough that 12-steps are just our first 12 steps back to the bar, pharmacy, casino, etc. Kudos to those who are able to turn their lives around using them. But 'positive thinking' and 'surrendering to a higher power' and 'life planning' doesn't really work for a lot of people out there.
Saying "Your life means something, find your will to live!" means nada to someone who's beyond the 'cry-for-help-hopefull y-someone-finds-me-in- time' stage of suicidal. What worked for me, and for the friends with whom I shared my pragmatic view of dealing with suicide, was the realization it's one decision you can NOT undo, so it bears careful consideration; and it's also the one option that never really goes away, unless you get hospitalized and put on suicide watch. So, rather than pointless suggestions to think positive thoughts about some amorphous future, I suggest "Well, you can always do it tomorrow. Get through today first, then see how you feel tomrrow; and if you can make it through tomorrow, you can do it the day after." Kind of an exceedingly morbid but more meaningful "one day at a time" concept. *shrug* It appalls some people that I think that way, but I've lost several friends to suicide who were failed by 'traditional' treatment methods. I'd rather find something that works for people like me, even if it scares others.
And this totally does not belong in this thread, sorry. Got carried away.
11/08/2010
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I am actually applying to uni for psychology in Jan. (earliest they accept applications or something like that.) My mother has taken most of the psychology courses at this particular uni and graduated with honors and Special recommendations from half the profs. I have a feeling that will speak volumes when I apply to the psychology dept.
Originally posted by
Dame Demi
Well, the psychiatrist was from India, and so I'm sure her view of marriage and sex clouded her ability to treat me for my situational issues. I remember asking her, "Well, you're a psychiatrist--what about people that come to you with
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Well, the psychiatrist was from India, and so I'm sure her view of marriage and sex clouded her ability to treat me for my situational issues. I remember asking her, "Well, you're a psychiatrist--what about people that come to you with sexual or gender-related issues like crossdressing or transgender confusion?" She stuttered/spat, "I don't have people like that in my practice!" Yeah. The woman definitely picked the wrong line of work.
Don't know what the gynecologist's issue was--probably some fear I'm using sex toys to an 'unhealty' extent or something. Well, just because I have a lot doesn't mean I use them 24/7, and a decent number of them were free. Plus, it's got to be 'healthier' than seeking out hookups in IM chat rooms.
And thanks, Girl With Fire. Grad school is an option I'm considering if my sanity survives the divorce process, and I'm seriously considering going into social work or counseling (English, my undergrad degree, is fun, but relatively useless if you actually have to make money and are too lazy to write). Considering my friends include the 5 people on earth possibly more fucked up than I am, I've got some hands on unofficial experience.
I'd like to create (since I've not yet actually found) a form of therapy that actually works for those of us who are messed up enough that 12-steps are just our first 12 steps back to the bar, pharmacy, casino, etc. Kudos to those who are able to turn their lives around using them. But 'positive thinking' and 'surrendering to a higher power' and 'life planning' doesn't really work for a lot of people out there.
Saying "Your life means something, find your will to live!" means nada to someone who's beyond the 'cry-for-help-hopefull y-someone-finds-me-in- time' stage of suicidal. What worked for me, and for the friends with whom I shared my pragmatic view of dealing with suicide, was the realization it's one decision you can NOT undo, so it bears careful consideration; and it's also the one option that never really goes away, unless you get hospitalized and put on suicide watch. So, rather than pointless suggestions to think positive thoughts about some amorphous future, I suggest "Well, you can always do it tomorrow. Get through today first, then see how you feel tomrrow; and if you can make it through tomorrow, you can do it the day after." Kind of an exceedingly morbid but more meaningful "one day at a time" concept. *shrug* It appalls some people that I think that way, but I've lost several friends to suicide who were failed by 'traditional' treatment methods. I'd rather find something that works for people like me, even if it scares others.
And this totally does not belong in this thread, sorry. Got carried away.
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Don't know what the gynecologist's issue was--probably some fear I'm using sex toys to an 'unhealty' extent or something. Well, just because I have a lot doesn't mean I use them 24/7, and a decent number of them were free. Plus, it's got to be 'healthier' than seeking out hookups in IM chat rooms.
And thanks, Girl With Fire. Grad school is an option I'm considering if my sanity survives the divorce process, and I'm seriously considering going into social work or counseling (English, my undergrad degree, is fun, but relatively useless if you actually have to make money and are too lazy to write). Considering my friends include the 5 people on earth possibly more fucked up than I am, I've got some hands on unofficial experience.
I'd like to create (since I've not yet actually found) a form of therapy that actually works for those of us who are messed up enough that 12-steps are just our first 12 steps back to the bar, pharmacy, casino, etc. Kudos to those who are able to turn their lives around using them. But 'positive thinking' and 'surrendering to a higher power' and 'life planning' doesn't really work for a lot of people out there.
Saying "Your life means something, find your will to live!" means nada to someone who's beyond the 'cry-for-help-hopefull y-someone-finds-me-in- time' stage of suicidal. What worked for me, and for the friends with whom I shared my pragmatic view of dealing with suicide, was the realization it's one decision you can NOT undo, so it bears careful consideration; and it's also the one option that never really goes away, unless you get hospitalized and put on suicide watch. So, rather than pointless suggestions to think positive thoughts about some amorphous future, I suggest "Well, you can always do it tomorrow. Get through today first, then see how you feel tomrrow; and if you can make it through tomorrow, you can do it the day after." Kind of an exceedingly morbid but more meaningful "one day at a time" concept. *shrug* It appalls some people that I think that way, but I've lost several friends to suicide who were failed by 'traditional' treatment methods. I'd rather find something that works for people like me, even if it scares others.
And this totally does not belong in this thread, sorry. Got carried away.
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I know how you feel about the fucked up friends bit. And the suicide. I think what stopped me was just caring too much about how it would effect my younger brothers. Empathy has repeatedly been my downfall in relationships.... or my strong point, depending on how you look at it.
I figure if I can spend all day talking to my friends about the shit they have been through... I should be able to cope with .... almost anything.
11/08/2010
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True. The "it's still an option tomorrow if you can make it through today" made it manageable to just think about now and save the future for the future. What stopped me is that my Parents don't deserve to suffer that sort of tragedy. I'm an only child, and I just couldn't do that to them.
Originally posted by
Emma (Girl With Fire)
I am actually applying to uni for psychology in Jan. (earliest they accept applications or something like that.) My mother has taken most of the psychology courses at this particular uni and graduated with honors and Special recommendations from half
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I am actually applying to uni for psychology in Jan. (earliest they accept applications or something like that.) My mother has taken most of the psychology courses at this particular uni and graduated with honors and Special recommendations from half the profs. I have a feeling that will speak volumes when I apply to the psychology dept.
I know how you feel about the fucked up friends bit. And the suicide. I think what stopped me was just caring too much about how it would effect my younger brothers. Empathy has repeatedly been my downfall in relationships.... or my strong point, depending on how you look at it.
I figure if I can spend all day talking to my friends about the shit they have been through... I should be able to cope with .... almost anything. less
I know how you feel about the fucked up friends bit. And the suicide. I think what stopped me was just caring too much about how it would effect my younger brothers. Empathy has repeatedly been my downfall in relationships.... or my strong point, depending on how you look at it.
I figure if I can spend all day talking to my friends about the shit they have been through... I should be able to cope with .... almost anything. less
In addition to attracting the 'crazies,' I'm also the go-to for the 'normals' who get themselves into fucked-up situations and don't know where else to turn. They know that, if I haven't actually done worse myself, I've most certainly heard worse.
I think I straddle the line between 'normal' and 'nutso.' I help stabilize my less-than-stable friends, and teach my sensible friends to not fear their inner idiot.
I don't do well with counselors--they generally look at me within half and hour or so and go "why exactly are you here?" Many people don't realize it's possible to be intelligent, self-aware, and crazy at the same time. I'm good at working myself on the problems I can fix without having to hug myself or frolic in gardens and shit. I think therapists that try to 'solve' problems overlook the simple fact there are problems that can't be fixed. It's called "life." I think it's more effective to learn to live with the things that don't go away than to hide or deny them.
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