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If you got cramps before your period, what does that mean?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Premenstrual: Most women get some cramping at the start or just before their menstrual period. This is known as a premenstrual symptom. It is normal and does not have any specific meaning.

Answered 4/30/2014

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Normal: Menstrual cramps are a way that your body signals ovulation is going to happen. It can be normal they can be very painful if they are very painful you could get on some anti-inflammatories such as naprosyn (naproxen) if your periods are not regular you may want to have an exam with your doctor. Have a nice day.

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