Female jellies: Help...why do I have cramps all the time?

The past three or four days I have had constant cramps. They aren’t severe, but they are enough to notice. Not bad enough to keep me in bed all day, but they are annoying. I had them all day yesterday and all night last night, and on and off a few days before too. My period isn’t due for another week at least and even then it would be early. I have never ever had cramps any time of the month except the first day of my period and MAYBE light ones the day before. But never smack dab in the middle of the month.

While they certainly feel like menstrual cramps I’m also thinking maybe I’m confusing the feeling for some type of digestive issue? Often when I get these cramps I feel kind of gassy, but my stomach really doesn’t hurt or anything. I also just started taking the pill three weeks ago, but I haven’t read anywhere that cramps in the middle of the month are a side effect of it…if anything, it’s supposed to make cramps go away, no?

Any input is greatly appreciated. And, if all you’re going to say is to see a doctor, then just move along to the next question. I know that’s an option, but I wanted Fluther’s wisdom first. Thanks!!!!!!!!