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I used to get very bad menstrual cramps for about 4 years, but after losing weight, i have no cramps, just normal periods. could i have endometriosis?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably not: It typically gets worse not all of a sudden better.

Answered 9/15/2013

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Dr. Shahid Rafique answered

Unlikely: It is very common for girls to have painful menstrual cycles for few yesrs after menarche.

Answered 9/15/2013

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A member asked:

I used to get very bad menstrual cramps for about 4 years, but after losing weight, i have no cramps, just normal periods. could i have endometriosis?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Dr. Shahid Rafique answered

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