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Are debilitating menstrual cramps normal if they only come the occasion month?

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YES: however, I would suggest both a GYN exam and using either Advil 2 tab every 4-6 hrs or Aleve, (naproxen) 1 tab every 8 hrs if you are not allergic to these medicines.

Answered 4/20/2016

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Are debilitating menstrual cramps normal if they only come the occasion month?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

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