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A member asked:

Why would i get stomach aches before and after my period every month? there not cramps, but they are extremely painful.

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Dysmenorrhea: Abdominal and/or low back pain with menstrual cycle is very common and can be disabling. Talk to your doctor about using oral contraceptive that will resolve this problem.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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