Question 1

im on the pill but i'm cramping 7 days before my period is due. i also have back pain. could i be pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Possible, unlikely: The contraceptive pill if taken consistently is very effective to prevent pregnancy, close to 98-99%. However, if you are suspicious of pregnancy, do a pregnancy test if your period is delayed by a week or so.

Question 2

i have had brown discharge and cramping 7 days before my period and now bleeding? (6 days before period). ttc.my cycles are usually 31 days

Accepted Answer

A one-time symptom?: An early menstrual period may be caused by changes in hormone levels, which can be due to anxiety, stress, overworking, intense exercise, fatigue, or excessive weight gain/loss. If pregnancy happens, a bit of spotting sometimes occurs 9-14 days after conception, and may seem to a woman that she's starting an early period. An ob-gyn doctor can check, if symptoms are worrisome or recurrent.

Question 3

cramps in pelvic area 7 days before period ?

Accepted Answer

Pelvic pain: Pelvic pain is complex as there are several organs in the pelvis. The ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, bladder, appendix, intestines, colon and rectum can all be the source. Pelvic pain requires and examination to help organize the evaluation.

Question 4

i'm on the pill 28 day cycle & he used a condom. is it normal to have bad cramps 7 days before period? i think this may have happened before. not sure

Accepted Answer

Past history: Different people have different experiences with menstrual cramps. Use your past history as a guide of what is normal for you. If you do not usually experience this type of discomfort each month then consider seeing a doctor for evaluation.

Question 5

trying to conceive,  used ovulation kit- 7 days before period , freq urination, lower cramps, tiredness, could i be pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Opk usage: Use the length of your cycles to determine when to use ovulation predictor kits.  Average cycle 28 days.  Average ovulation 14 days before the last day of your cycle.  So if you have 31 day cycle, count back 14 days to day 17 of your cycle.  Start using Opk on day 14, 3 days prior to expected ovulation.  When it turns positive, you likely ovulated 1 to 2 days prior.  Time intercoure accordingly.

Question 6

7 days before period, cramps, sore back, tender boobs, very light spotting, pinkish color.can it be implantation bleeding?my period always on time.28 cycle

Accepted Answer

Possible preg: This could indicate pregnancy. Urine testing is relatively accurate after 5 "late " days to evaluate possible pregnancy.

Question 7

first time experiencing a period more than seven days and its showing no signs of slowing down..having clots bigger than a quarter in between and lighter cramps than i usually get what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

: If it happens again in the next cycle, your sex hormones have changed or there is lesion(s) in the uterine such as fibroma, polyp, etc. which can cause prolonged and heavy bleeding (menorrhagia). You should see a GYN doctor by then.

Question 8

10 days before period cramping why?

Accepted Answer

It may be part of : Pms. Pms symptoms can include pelvic/ abdominal cramping, nausea,  bloating, weight gain, moodiness, irritability, pain & swelling of breasts, feeling tired, insomnia, headaches, ^ acne, food cravings, ^ appetite, swelling of hands & feet, dizziness, thinking less clearly, urinary sxs & exacerbations of chronic conditions.

Question 9

mild cramping 8 days before period?

Accepted Answer

Cramping: Not unusual, try a non steroidal anti- inflammatory such as Ibuprofen  or Aleeve

Question 10

what does cramping and light brown 5 days before period means?

Accepted Answer

?Breakthrough : bleeding? Brown is usually old blood. Could be an imbalance of estrogen and progesterone.

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Im on the pill but i'm cramping 7 days before my period is due. i also have back pain. could i be pregnant?

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I have had brown discharge and cramping 7 days before my period and now bleeding? (6 days before period). ttc.my cycles are usually 31 days

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Cramps in pelvic area 7 days before period ?

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I'm on the pill 28 day cycle & he used a condom. is it normal to have bad cramps 7 days before period? i think this may have happened before. not sure

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Trying to conceive, used ovulation kit- 7 days before period , freq urination, lower cramps, tiredness, could i be pregnant?

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7 days before period, cramps, sore back, tender boobs, very light spotting, pinkish color.can it be implantation bleeding?my period always on time.28 cycle

A member asked:

First time experiencing a period more than seven days and its showing no signs of slowing down..having clots bigger than a quarter in between and lighter cramps than i usually get what could be the cause?

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10 days before period cramping why?

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Mild cramping 8 days before period?

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What does cramping and light brown 5 days before period means?

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