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Is it normail to have pms pain and bloating for 2 weeks before period?

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Dr. Jumnah Thanapathy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Bloating is usually caused by the elevated Progesterone levels that occurs when you ovulate. This happens 2 weeks before the period.

Dr Pappas and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 7/6/2017

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A member asked:

Is it normail to have pms pain and bloating for 2 weeks before period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jumnah Thanapathy answered

Dr Pappas and 5 doctors agreed

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