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Is yellow diarrhea, constipation, and mild abdominal pain common a week before menstrual cycle? it started happening after i changed to a healthy diet and more exercise. are itchy skin spots linked to periods as well? thanks!

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No: While hormone fluctuations associated with your cycle may exacerbate various conditions, they are not the primary cause of these symptoms. Irritable bowel syndrome and an allergy to something are possibilities and more serious problems need to be ruled out. See your primary care doctor.

Answered 2/15/2016

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Probably not: Most likely cause would be your dietary change; even potential possibility of a food allergy. It may normalize, but don't hesitate to be seen and thoroughly evaluated.

Answered 1/5/2019

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