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Is it normal to often have mild cramps 8days before your period?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

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Many women do: Many women do have mild cramping during week or 2 before menstrual periods. This is called the "premenstrual" period. Other symptoms can include breast swelling and tenderness, abdominal bloating, emotional sensitivity and irritability, etc.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

Is it normal to often have mild cramps 8days before your period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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