A 22-year-old female asked:
my period was 9 days late, it lasted 6 days. now mild cramping, week after period. what can be causing the cramps?
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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered
22 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Pelvic pain: Pelvic pain is complex as there are several organs in the pelvis. The ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, bladder, appendix, intestines, colon and rectum can all be the source. Pelvic pain requires and examination to help organize the evaluation.
Answered on May 7, 2016
Dr. John cuong Doan answered
18 years experience Family Medicine
U need a pregnancy: test. If negative check another pregnancy test in 1 week. If both negative and your period came, then you can be rest assured you are not pregnant. If your period is still missing, go see a healthcare provider to test for pregnancy in other ways. Cramps usually mean your hormones are in transition, sometimes with a short menstrual flow, sometimes not Thanks for trusting in HealthTap.
Answered on May 7, 2016
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A female asked:
Dr. Jeff Livingston answered
22 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Pelvic pain: Pelvic pain is complex as there are several organs in the pelvis. The ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, bladder, appendix, intestines, colon a ... Read More
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