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Why do women cramp when they are on there period?
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Hormones: Prostaglandins and other hormones are released by the uterus, which cause cramping in some women! this is why some nsaids which block the formation of these substances work!
Answered 12/10/2013
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Cramps: Agree w dr. Namey. If you have really severe periods please be checked out to rule out underlying pathology. Reasons for significant menstrual cramps can be endometriosis, cervical stenosis, uterine fibroids, adenomyosis & pelvic inflammatory disease.
Answered 3/22/2020
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