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Why do my ovaries hurt when i sneeze? not on period, not on birth control- have been of for just over a month. had first period since.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Ultrasound: For this answer you probably need a physical exam and perhaps an ultrasound. Checking for an ovarian cyst is one possibility. The source of the pain may not be your ovaries though. Sneezing causes a tightening of the abdominal wall muscles and this may be the source of the pain. You also should be checked for a hernia.

Answered 10/24/2013

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A member asked:

Why do my ovaries hurt when i sneeze? not on period, not on birth control- have been of for just over a month. had first period since.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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