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Typical to be bloated during your period?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes, for many women.: Symptoms can include pelvic/ abdominal cramping, nausea, bloating, weight gain, moodiness, irritability, pain & swelling of breasts, feeling tired, insomnia, headaches, ^ acne, food cravings, ^ appetite, swelling of hands & feet, dizziness, thinking less clearly, urinary sxs & exacerbation of chronic conditions.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/11/2013

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