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Ive been having period like cramping for about an entire week now but im not on my period. possible causes?

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Could ovulation: having formed a larger ovulatory cyst or hemorrhagic cyst. Could be endometriosis. Could be irregular ovulation issues.

Dr Bansal and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/26/2019

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