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I have pcos and on metformin for 3 yrs. stopped taking recently and having intense pains every 2 wks with cycle. would these two things be related?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Cycles: Pain every two weeks is of some concern so please call your Gynecologist as soon as you can. Hope all goes well - please let me know.

Answered 3/12/2016

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A member asked:

I have pcos and on metformin for 3 yrs. stopped taking recently and having intense pains every 2 wks with cycle. would these two things be related?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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