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I am 38. period-like cramping since i have been off of my menstrual cycle and i had a tubal ligation in 2004. i been off of menstrual cycle 8 days.

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Dr. Melissa Yates answered

Cramping: Cramping can have many causes but it would be a good idea to take a pregnancy test even if you had a tubal ligation. I would also recommend following up with a gynecologist to make sure that you don't have a pelvic infection.

Answered 1/21/2014

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A member asked:

I am 38. period-like cramping since i have been off of my menstrual cycle and i had a tubal ligation in 2004. i been off of menstrual cycle 8 days.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Melissa Yates answered

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