Healthshots

By Aayushi Gupta

Published May 17, 2023

7 reasons why you have cramps, but no periods

Do you get abdominal pain and cramps but no period? If yes, and you are worried thinking what's wrong with you, here are 7 reasons why cramps can occur without periods.

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Endometriosis

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Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue that normally grows inside the uterus, starts growing outside of it, typically in the pelvic region, which can be quite painful.

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Anovulation

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Anovulation happens when an egg does not release from your ovary during your menstrual cycle. It happens due to hormonal changes in your body, which causes no period but cramps.

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Pregnancy

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Your body imitates a number of period-like symptoms in the early stages of pregnancy, including exhaustion, cramping, and mood changes.

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Ovarian Cyst Rupture

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Your ovaries produce a number of cysts each month as they get ready for ovulation. Although they usually go away on their own, occasionally one or more may stick to your ovaries and cause cramp-like pain.

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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)

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PID is caused by some type of bacteria that can be related to STD or not. This enters the vagina and uterus, causing an infection, causing cramps, fever, and discharge.

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Appendicitis

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Appendicitis is a condition in which the appendix becomes inflamed and filled with pus. It causes pain in your lower right abdomen.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

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Frequent missed periods can be a sign of PCOS. Women with PCOS may go two or three months without a period, but experience cramping and abdominal pain.

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