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Is joint pain a symptom of your period?
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Yes: Breast swelling and tenderness. Bloating, water retention, weight gain.Changes in bowel habits, .Acne. Nipple discharge, food cravings, especially for sweet or salty foods.Sleep changes.Fatigue, lack of energy.Decreased sexual desire.Pain. Common complaints include headaches or migraines, breast tenderness, aching muscles and joints, or cramps and low back pain prior to menstrual bleeding.Thanks.
Answered 1/1/2021
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It can be.: Joints can become painful due to the increase in fluid when a women is premenstral. This usually dissipates after the ending of the menses (period).
Answered 12/8/2012
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