what to do for severe menstral cramps?

Question

I become weak, crampy, I vomit, can not eat there is lots of pain

Answer 1

Is this normal for you?

It doesn't sound like something to do with menstrual cramping. I would go to your doctor know. It could be an ovarian cyst or a burst appendix.

Answer 2

Other than the usual painkillers, I can reccommend this and that. I have had good sucess with getting rid of cramps this way: -Stay hydrated -Absolutely no caffeine or artificial stimulants -Try to eat warm, comforting food. Nothing dry or cold. -Some herbal teas are good for cramps, try ginger, chamomile, and raspberry. -There is a yoga pose that alliviaes the pressure: Sit cross legged and then bring your feet flat together on the floor (like when you bring your hands together in a flat prayer position). That stretch releives some pain. -Sleep in as much as possible! -Get distrated. Calming music, a book, tea, and snacks. Good luck!

Answer 3

This would be easier if there were more detail like age, have you ever given birth, as these things have an effect on what is considered a normal period. When you have any concerns in regards to your period, you should always consult your doctor, as s/he went to school and studied about these things. There can be alot of underlying issues that cause extreme pain. There is endometriosis, and other similar conditions. If you have had children, there are conditions that could be related to that. Best to talk to the doc. For the cramps, take some Advil and get a heating pad. Avoid salt and caffeine. And drink lots of water.

Answer 4

If it's really bad, see your doctor. They can perscribe something for the pain. I have endometriosis (inflammation of the endometrial tissue) and it causes severe cramps like you describe. The best things that have worked for me are ibuprofen (advil/motrin) as it is an anti-inflammatory, which inflammation might be what is causing the severe pain. I take 600 mg every 4-6 hours. Also a heating pad or warm shower with the water focused on the painful areas will help.

Prior to your period, excercise, cutting back on caffiene and alcohol will also help reduce cramps. I often feel nauseated too, and find mild foods (bread/toast/crackers) help.

Answer 5

I totally understand your pain...

Are you on birth-control? If not that can REALLY help lessen the symptoms.

Otherwise plenty of painkillers, heating pad, and a pillow to grip onto for dear life.

I hope this gets better for you. Good Luck.

Answer 6

I have the same problem every month becasue of my endometioma ( endometriosis but in 1 large mass instead of lil specs) and my Cysts. I dont get regular periods becasue of it all so when I do all my horomones kick in at once. What a "Cramp" is , is your uterus contrating to shed the lining it developes in the cycle right before you start to bleed .My Doctor is actually a good friend of mine and she says to try to stay still and use a heat pack or warm bath/ shower. Along with IBprophen or some other over the counter pain killer thats mild. NO ASPRIN that is ablood thinner ( acetophetamine ). I will possibly make things worse.

But what you need to ask yourself is ..."is this at all normal"? do you already have diagnosis of endometriosis, horomone problems , cysts? If not see a doctor soon. These things cannot be found in a PAP so they normally arent dectected until you have other symptoms. And you and your care giver can find the best solution for you!

Good Luck!

Answer 7

Warm showers

Answer 8

heating pad see your doctor asap

Answer 9

all women know how you are feeling so hopw this helps you!!!!!

Banishing Cramps the Medical Way
There are generally two types of medication used to help relieve menstrual cramps: over-the-counter drugs and prescription birth control pills.

Women who experience extremely severe menstrual cramps, as well as irregular periods, are often prescribed the birth control pill. This is because the hormones in oral contraceptives help to regulate your menstrual cycle as well as reduce the typical symptoms of menstruation. It is important to weigh all the pros and cons of using the Pill, though, before you decide to start using it.
Many women will claim that ibuprofen is their best friend when they have their menstrual period. Over-the-counter medications that contain ibuprofen or naproxen work quickly to relieve menstrual cramps and can also help out with backaches, bloating and tender breasts -- not to mention a menstrual migraine. Some brands are designed specifically to help out women with menstrual problems and discomforts and come in a range of strengths that target certain symptoms.
If your menstrual cramps are not relieved through the use of ibuprofen or some other kind of pain reliever and/or they interfere with your daily activities, make an appointment to see your doctor. It could be the sign of something more serious.
Natural Menstrual Cramp Relief
Medication is not the only route a woman can go, though, when it comes to dealing with cramps. If you prefer to take the natural menstrual health approach when it comes to your cramps, then give one or all of these menstrual cramp relief tips a whirl.

Following a healthy balanced diet that is high in zinc, calcium and B vitamins, especially vitamin B6 (just don’t consume more than 100mg per day) should help to relieve cramps as well as bloating. It is also a good idea to cut back on your salt, sugar and caffeine intake during the week leading up to your period. Less of these items means less severe menstrual cramps.
Heat helps, so throw a heating pad into the microwave or fill a hot water bottle and place it on your stomach or back. However, for some women, a build-up of blood in their pelvis may be the culprit behind their cramps, in which case an ice pack is actually more useful than a heat pack. The cold from the ice pack works to draw the blood out of the pelvis and towards the extremities. Try using both kinds of packs to see which is best for you.
A nice, long warm bath is another favorite among women with menstrual cramps. Throw in some soothing aromatherapy bath salts for a truly blissful experience.
If you can, avoid standing, especially if you have a sore back. Better yet, lie down and pull your knees up towards your chest. Many women find that lying in the fetal position helps to relieve the pain in their pelvis as well as any back pain they may have.
While it is likely to be the last thing on your mind, exercise really can help reduce cramps so long as your workout is gentle. Walking is an excellent, gentle activity as is swimming. Some yoga positions may also be beneficial. Additionally, working out regularly, not just when you have your period, can also work to reduce the severity of your cramps.
Some herbal teas like raspberry leaf tea and cramp bark tea have been known to relieve menstrual cramps. Speak with a trained herbalist to learn more about how to properly take these teas.
Stock up on pineapples. Fresh pineapple juice contains a lot of bromelain, an enzyme that is thought to help relax muscles and therefore help with menstrual cramps.
There are different massage, reflexology and acupressure techniques that you can do at home which will relieve menstrual cramps. Speak with a trained specialist to learn how to properly do these techniques yourself.