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Can being on my period be the cause of my excessive back and hip stiffness?
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Back & hip pain: Possibly, but check for more common sources as well. These include sprain, strain, & discogenic.
Answered 12/31/2022
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Possibly: Lower back pain is a common symptom a woman may experience with her monthly periods. Hip pain is a little less likely.
Answered 7/10/2015
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