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I'm 5wks pregnant today. this week i would have my period and i'm having period like cramps. is this normal?

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Yes: Slight cramps are common during pregnancy increased blood supply to uterus causes congestion and some discomfort happens if pain is too much get checked to rule out ectopic pregnancy.

Dr Rhoads and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/30/2020

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