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Is Stomach Cramping And Tender Nipples A Symptom Of Menopause?

Posted on Wed, 14 May 2014

Question: I am 49 in two weeks. My last period was 21 st March, they were always about 24 or 26 days apart. My husband always uses a condom. I have cramps and pains like a period due but no bleeding. My nipples are tender. Is it the menopause or could I be pregnant..?

Answered by Dr. Som Biswas (40 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It can be either- Get pregnancy test

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.

It can be either

a) Pregnancy : to confirm it i want you to do a pregnancy test with a Urine Pregnancy Test (UPT) kit. It costs cheap and is available in all pharmacy. The instructions on how to use it & how to read the test is given on the Kit Box

b) Menopausal changes : If your UPT is negative then it is the answer. You should take tablet Mefenamic Acid. It will reduce the cramps. You will need a written prescription for it.

Positive XXXXXXX 1 gene has nothing to do with it.

Feel free to consult me directly
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Regards

Dr. Som Biswas M.D.
Mumbai

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj