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Why is my leg painfully numb during my period?

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Need more info: Please give me more details of your age and menstrual pattern, specially presence of cramps. Some women may have heaviness and cramps in their legs during menstrual cycles. It i usually normal.

Answered 4/20/2016

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not usual symptom.: Painful numbness is not a normal symptom associated with periods (or anything else). You need a physical exam by your doc to find out what is going on. Do it very soon!

Answered 11/19/2016

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