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I went off of birth control and just had my first period after 9 months. i am having severe pain in ovaries (not cramps) during period. what are these?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pelvic pain: There are too many causes of pain in the lower abdomen to be able to answer. If the pain continues schedule a visit for an exam, testing and possibly a sonogram. Birth control would likely regulate your cycle and may decrease menstrual pain as well.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/31/2013

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A member asked:

I went off of birth control and just had my first period after 9 months. i am having severe pain in ovaries (not cramps) during period. what are these?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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