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Things to Know About Mittelschmerz or Painful Ovulation
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Andrea Eisenberg, MD Women

Things to Know About Mittelschmerz or Painful Ovulation

You may not have heard of this condition, but it’s a painful reality for many women. It’s actually German for “middle pain,” and relates to pain halfway through a menstrual cycle. It’s not usually serious, but it’s a monthly ordeal that can be troubling. Here are 12 things to know about this condition, and how to handle it.

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