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Is it normal for constipation to feel similar to menstrual cramps?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Both: constipation and menstruation can lead to cramping & abdominal pain.

Dr Munshower and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 7/3/2014

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Yes: both can cause abdominal cramping

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/18/2016

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