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Endometrial ablation on tuesday, having aweful cramps in lower abdomen today. didnt really have cramping before today. normal or not?
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Not: The lining of the uterus has been damaged using heat. It is a muscle and will cramp, add 2? Aleve (naproxen) to your regimen, watch for fever and use the pain meds you were given.
Answered 12/9/2012
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Yes, likely normal: Endometrial ablation is a procedure to destroy the lining of the uterus with a goal of decreasing menstrual flow. The procedure causes a normal watery, bloody discharge for several weeks. During that time, many women will have increased cramping due to cervical dilation. This should pass quickly, and as long as you don't have an allergy, Ibuprofen works quite well for cramping. Best of luck.
Answered 1/5/2019
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