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The uterus is a muscle. During menses it contracts to expel the uterine lining and menstrual blood. This is a mild from of the contraction it does to push out a baby. The contraction can press against a blood vessel and cut off the blood supply. This pinching off of the blood supply causes the cramping.

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I believe it's because of the shedding of the uterus lining.

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