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Why does my right side hurt so bad during period?

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Dr. Tony Ho answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Cramping: There is some normal cramping that occurs during periods; however, if it is severe pain, you should get evaluated for endometriosis, where some endometrial tissue attaches outside the uterus and can cause similar symptoms.

Answered 4/2/2013

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