YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for February, 2003: Re: Period worries

Re: Period worries

From: Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 20 Feb 2003 03:42:32 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 20 Feb 2003, Mae wrote: >
>I sometimes have painful periods, usually on the 2nd & 3rd days of my
>cycle. Usually before a medium sized blood clot gets discharged, I
>experience a sharp pain at that moment. But it goes away after the clot
>is out. However, there are months that I do not experience such severe
>cramping during my periods. I also experience constipation during my
>periods & am worried that I may have endometriosis. Also, I sometimes
>experience a sharp pain during sex. This pain seems to happen only when
>I am in a position whereby my legs are somewhat straightened & pushed
>towards my body. Other positions do not seem to bring any pain. Pls
>advise. Thanks!

Perhaps a vaginal exam. and U/S will explain more.

-- Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. Director Obgyn.net Latina Chief of Staff Obstetrics, Hospital J. A. Fernández Buenos Aires Argentina Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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