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I've recently started metformin for pcos. every time i take it i start cramping&bleeding, why?

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Dr. Victor Beshay answered

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Likely unrelated: The cramping and bleeding are likely unrelated to metformin use.

Answered 3/8/2013

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A member asked:

I've recently started metformin for pcos. every time i take it i start cramping&bleeding, why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Victor Beshay answered

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