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Mittelschmerz is pain on one side of the belly that can happen once a month when you ovulate.
Mittelschmerz is pain on one side of the belly that can happen once a month when you ovulate.The pain is usually mild, but can be severe in some cases. It's a sign that an egg has been releasedfrom an ovary.You are most fertile—and more likely to get pregnant—when you ovulate.The pain may shift from side to side from one menstrual cycle to the next, since ovaries tend toalternate which one releases an egg.The pain can last from a few minutes to a few hours.It may last up to 24 to 48 hours.Most people do not need treatment. But you can take over-the-counter pain medicine to relieve thepain.To learn more about mittelschmerz, talk to your doctor.© The Wellness NetworkThis program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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