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I have heavy bleeding at the moment on my period and what seems to be a pain in my kidney last night i awoke with severe cramp in my kidney area jsut like you would get in your leg it was very painful should i go to the doctors ?

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Dr. Edward Jacobs answered

Yes !: You may have a kidney infection or you could have strained a muscle. It may or may not have anything to do with your period. See your doctor !

Dr Kandarpa agreed

Answered 11/23/2012

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A member asked:

I have heavy bleeding at the moment on my period and what seems to be a pain in my kidney last night i awoke with severe cramp in my kidney area jsut like you would get in your leg it was very painful should i go to the doctors ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Jacobs answered

Dr Kandarpa agreed

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