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Why menstrual cramps cause nausea?
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Prostaglandins: Some causes for nausea during your period are dysmenorrhea & endometriosis. Chemicals called prostaglandins are released and can lead to contractions of the uterus, nausea and vomiting.
Answered 4/18/2013
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