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Hello, i recently just got off my period and i am having cramps/bloating. is this normal? i am on birth control too.

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Postmenstrual: You may have postmenstrual syndrome, which may last as long as 2 weeks after your period. About 1/3 women experience this syndrome during their reproductive years, which slows as you near menopause.

Answered 12/23/2014

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