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Is it normal to have cramping in the middle of my birth control pack?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Nela Cordero answered

OVULATION: Cramping in the middle of bcp may be ovulation time which is between 10 to 16 days after mens.

Answered 7/5/2017

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Not really : When taking birth control pills ovulation does not occur. Therefore cramping in the middle of the pack is not a normal side effect. If this problem persists cycle after cycle i would discuss that with your ob/gyn. You may also consider non gynecologic causes of stomach cramping.

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 11/6/2016

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have cramping in the middle of my birth control pack?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Nela Cordero answered

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Petruska agreed

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