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Period came early, normal flow. 3 days after my period finished, i have bloating and menstral type cramps. normal?

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Dr. Gregory Cowell answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Sounds normal: Probably just a normal variation of your menstrual cycle and pattern. Some variations are normal and can be ignored. But if there is concern a home pregnancy test would be advisable. Did you try ibuprofen and did it help?

Answered 2/20/2016

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