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For past three cycles had deep ache in left buttock and thigh just before period then it eases off towards the end of menstruation. what could this be?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hard to say: It is hard to say with this limited amount of information. I would see an Obgyn who can do a full exam and go through the symptoms in detail to confirm that there is clear relationship between the pain and the menstrual cycle.

Answered 3/2/2016

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