My daughter is 13 and has very severe cramps during her menestral cycle, she turns pale and has had very low blood preasure. I was wondering if there was anything Dr. could prescribe or just keep using the over the counter stuff.
2007-01-10 05:13:52 · 7 answers · asked by Macey 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Make an appointment immediately with a gyno. My daughters and I have had ovarian cysts. Also when did she start? If she just started, then her body is not adjusted yet, if she's had them a year or two then it's passed time to have it looked at. Every woman gets ovarian cysts, but my eldest daughter had one burst (fever, infection, etc). You'll be doing her a favor in the long run and aside from medication they can put her on a LOW DOSE birth control pill. It's up to you to explain that doesn't give her a free ride to have sex. Low dosage b/c are very commonly used for menstrual problems.
2007-01-10 05:24:22 · answer #1 · answered by Mickey 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take your daughter to an OB/GYN. Yes, something can be done. My eldest daughter had severe cramping and although she was too young to consider 'birth control' the physician did prescribe a hormonal pill very similar to a birth control pill which not only regulated flow, but also decreased the pain.
Additionally she needs to have a pelvic exam to determine the cause - there are other things that could be going on such as endometriosis which not only calls severe pain during menstrual cycles but also can affect child bearing ability in the future.
2007-01-10 05:24:50 · answer #2 · answered by sage seeker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drink more water and increase your potassium intake via orange juice or a bananas. When the cramps actually hit try pinching your upper lip hard for several seconds. Due to the fact your brain can not process both the muscles spasm and the pain of your upper lip at the same time it will release the spasm in your legs and feet. You may have to do it several times before the cramping ceases its return but it does work. In addition, avoid stretching your legs and feet in a way that causes your toes to be pointed. Avoid sleeping with tight blankets/sheets, and avoid letting your feet get really cold.
2016-05-23 04:56:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was diagnosed with ovarian cyst when I was about 13. The doctor gave me birth control pills. As long as I was on them I didn't have a problem. Take her to a Gyn and have an ultrasound done. Ultil then ibuprophen is best. It is a anti-inflamitory med and helps a lot. Best of luck, cyst are painful. It takes a while but she will soon grow out of it. Most girls do.
2007-01-10 05:53:27 · answer #4 · answered by li'lbit 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest that she see a gyn, if she hasn't already. The severe cramping could be a sign of endometriosis, and if it is not, he could prescribe her some pain meds that may help her deal with the pain. As a teen OTC was never strong enough for me.
2007-01-10 05:18:56 · answer #5 · answered by butterflywings 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When I was younger I had severe, severe cramps and my doctor gave Tylenol 4 with codine, however I think your daughter may be to young for that but they do have other prescription medicines that work.
2007-01-10 05:20:24 · answer #6 · answered by yahoo 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hum you better take her to the doctor... sounds like there's more going on than the usual cramps.
2007-01-10 05:22:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋