I have some serious (time of the month) cramps, I need to get rid of them. What should I eat, not eat, drink? Please give me as much advice cause i really need it. Should i go rest or what??
2006-08-30 02:41:09 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Most women feel some discomfort before their periods. But if you have PMS, you may feel so anxious, depressed or uncomfortable that you can't cope at home or at work. Symptoms may be worse some months and better others.
There is no cure for PMS, but eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly and taking medicine may help. Your doctor will talk to you about whether you need to change your diet and exercise habits. He or she may also prescribe medicine for you, depending on what your symptoms are.
You may need to try more than one medicine to find the treatment that works for you. Many medicines are available over-the-counter, but some require a doctor's prescription. Medicines that can be prescribed include diuretics, antidepressants and birth control pills.
Tips on controlling PMS---
Eat complex carbohydrates (such as whole grain breads, pasta and cereals), fiber and protein. Cut back on sugar and fat.
Avoid salt for the last few days before your period to reduce bloating and fluid retention.
Cut back on caffeine to feel less tense and irritable and to ease breast soreness.
Cut out alcohol. Drinking it before your period can make you feel more depressed.
Also avoid taking cold stuff.
Try eating up to 6 small meals a day instead of 3 larger ones.
Get aerobic exercise. Work up to 30 minutes, 4 to 6 times a week.
Get plenty of sleep--about 8 hours a night.
Keep to a regular schedule of meals, bedtime and exercise.
Try to schedule stressful events for the week after your period.
2006-08-30 02:48:24 · answer #1 · answered by Me 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well about the best you can do each month, since they will happen every month is.
Take an across the counter pain killer every 4 hours. Motrin, Ibuprofen, Excedrin. Anything for pain.
I had severe Endometriosis and always drank Hot tea to warm up the abdominal area.
A heating pad on your stomach and low back will help.
I personally couldn't eat much as I also threw up each month.
Be absolutely certain to change tampons as needed.
Good Luck!! Once you develop a month schedule, it will be easier and you should be able to go about your normal schedule. You will feel a littel vulnerable each month, but that's part of being a woman.
2006-08-30 09:53:48 · answer #2 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take oil of evening primrose capsules- the higher the strength the better, they cut out cramps, sore boobs, and strangely enough seem to stop anger - go on give em a go ! And in the long run they help thru the menopause so u dont need h.r.t
2006-08-30 09:45:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Heating pad, lots of water (avoid drinking through a straw- sucking makes cramps worse), avoid salt, and just rest- they will pass soon enough. If they continue and you are having a lot more discomfort than usual, you might want to be checked by your Dr. Sorry they are so bad, take it easy.
2006-08-30 09:57:27 · answer #4 · answered by Smilingcheek 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Drink a ton of water, avoid any soda or sugary beverages. Try to eat ahealthy diet and go for a walk.
2006-08-30 10:46:34 · answer #5 · answered by OohLaLa 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Motrin or advil always works for my killer cramps.
2006-08-30 09:48:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
ADVIL always works!!!
2006-08-30 10:11:03 · answer #7 · answered by chickchick 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋