Can u have menstral cramping while being pregnant?
611282
It is normal to have some type of cramping during the entire pregnancy, as the uterus is stretching.  If it gets severe along with any bleeding, then you need to contact your doctor asap.
922373
This happens to me all the time between periods. It's nothing to worry about, but no, it's not your period! (unfortunately, lol) I also experience cramping up to a week before I start or even longer if I am stressed out as stress causes my period to be late. It has to do with hormonal changes and ovulation. \n\nTake some ibuprofen and a multivitamin and you should hopefully feel much better. :)\n\n*edit* As other answerers have said, you could also be pregnant! If you are sexually active and this is not normal for your body it's worth looking into. But i'm a virgin and I have these symptoms all the time, obviously i'm not pregnant, so it might not necessarily be that.
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I feel as if I have to clear up some well-meaning incorrect information given to you.  It is not possible to have a normal menstrual period with a viable gestation occuring in the uterus. Sometimes bleeding can happen while pregnant, but it is not a period. Note the color of the blood.  If it is brownish, then it is "old blood" and can be resolved by resting and decreasing physical activity.  If it is red, then you need to seek the attention of a physician immediately.  Steps can be taken to prevent a miscarriage.
1010946
definately cramps and lots of them lol but sometimes a woman can bleed a lot and others just a little it really just depends on the person really
152484
Yes, you can still mentruate while being pregnant.  \n\n#1 get a pregnancy test and see what it says (+ or -)\n\nIf you still think you may be pregnant go see a doctor.  He can give you a once over just to see how the parts are working, etc.\n\nAlso, if you are a new college student, it is a statistical fact that most new college students gain 10 to 20 pounds.\n\nHope that helps.
1082069
When you are menstruating, your uterus contracts (just like during childbirth) to shed the uterine lining and push out the blood.\nMenstrual pain may also come from the bleeding process itself. When the uterine lining separates from the wall, it releases chemicals called prostaglandins. Prostaglandins cause blood vessels to narrow, impeding the supply of oxygen to the uterus. .  While the pain is different from labor, the concept is the same.  If you are having a problem with it, try drinking raspberry leaf tea, avoid cinnamon (it causes clotting and makes the cramps more severe) use a heating pad and an OTC pain reliever.  I find ibuprofen works best for me.
548068
That is exactly how I felt a few months ago when I first realized something was "wrong"; I was pregnant. I thought the cramps were menstrual cramps, but it was something else. Then, the tingling in the boobs changed to extreme soreness... horrible! Congrats if this is what you want... sorry if it is not. :o)
688104
Whenever I am pregnant (just had my 3rd)  I have such high blood pressure, and I OFTEN get those killer instant headaches immediately at the peak of orgasm.  I thought I was the only one...sheesh..   It is an instant, and almost crippling headache.  Kinda kills the mood...
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When you bloat, you get well.. pudgey. Like your pants don't fit right and you look like you blew up a bit. Cramps are just the affect of your uterus opening up. ( Ever have children?) It;s like when you have contractions when going into labor. Your body has to open up your uterus to a certain extenet to get the baby out, but when it's just your period, it opens it up only so much to let the blood flow through. And also you might want to consult your doctor and talk to them about it. They can give you all kinds of information about your menstrual cycle.
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Almost all women have some cramping during their periods, classified as either primary dysmenorrhea (which refers to "normal" menstrual pain) or secondary dysmenorrhea (which is a result of an underlying disease or disorder).\n\n"Normal" cramps occur in almost all women due to the release of prostaglandins, which are hormones produced by the endometrium (the lining of the uterus). Prostaglandins cause the uterus to contract (sometimes quite painfully) in order to expel the menstrual debris (and henceforth, start the period). Some women produce higher levels of prostaglandins than others, so they may hurt more. \n\nHOWEVER, killer cramps are NOT normal and are in most cases due to secondary dysmenorrhea. Most frequently this is because of a disease or disorder like Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, cervical stenosis, structural abnormalities in the vagina or uterus itself, fibroids, etc. If your cramping disables you, see your gyn to talk about options.\n\nNon-steroidal inflammatory drugs like aspirin and ibuprofen may help relieve cramping...your doc can also prescribe oral contraceptives that will prevent ovulation and reduce prostaglandin production, thereby alleviating cramping. \n\nUse of heating pads, avoidance of salt, sugar, alcohol and caffeine, intake of vitamin B6, calcium and magnesium supplements, and pelvic massage are all said to be helpful as well. \n\nIt is important to determine if the cramps are "normal," or if they could be due to another cause. Pain that is crippling is never normal and should be investigated ASAP so that appropriate diagnosis and treatment can be rendered. Hope that helps.
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all women do. its the mussels contracting. and the lining of the uterus shedding. the contractions can be so strong that cramps can even be felt down into the legs
968438
Pregnancy would not give you a light period.  You may not have ovulated this month and there isn't as much uterine lining to discharge.
1097042
its differnet for everyone. i also start cramping about a week ahead of time.  it sucks but thats our lot in life.
66828
Well, after your ovary discharges an egg, and it travels down the fallopian tube, if it isn't fertilized, the lining in your uterus (flesh and blood that collects to give a baby nutrients) begins to shed. That is why you cramp when you have your period. Then the body begins to collect a new bed for the next egg to attach to. After another month, the process begins again.
975504
try eating a banana a little while before running. Also taking some TUMS. My husband uses both to deter cramping and he's always fine. Make sure you are drinking enough water throughout the day.\nAlso make sure you are breathing correctly while running. It sounds like you are catching wind. If you can't maintain proper breathing try slowing down a little. breathe in through your nose and exhale through your mouth
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from month to month. In other women, the cramps are always very painful. Sometimes the cramping is also accompanied by nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, nervousness, fatigue, diarrhea, fainting, bloating, and mood swings. Women who experience these extreme maladies during menstruation have been found to produce more prostaglandin’s, hormones secreted by the uterine lining to increase contractions.
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If it is a cramp, try eating more potassium (bananas, orange juice, strawberries) and drinking more water. Advil is a good quick fix. If you're not very active and this 'came out of nowhere' keep an eye on it, especially if it's in the calf and you have circulation problems,etc. If you have a raised red spot that is hot to the touch, and you're running a fever (without the advil or other meds masking it) you might have a blood clot. See the doctor VERY soon