I have had about enough of this, i mean my periods have always been painful, but not like this. I have been on the pill for about 4 months now, and it doesnt really affect the pain level of them.
I have tried everything and nothing works for me, even co-codamol. It seems to come in almost paralysingly-painful waves. They cramp my back up which is already bad - and I just need something. I have extreme moodswings and its getting unbearable now.
PLEASE HELP
2007-01-29 21:27:51 · 17 answers · asked by Charlottie 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Generally, a NSAI (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory) is your best bet - period pains are caused by inflammation, so a drug that prevents or mitigates inflammation will work better than one (like paracetamol or even codeine) that doesn't - though you might have some luck with Ibuprofen + codeine (which you can buy in your chemist).
A more drastic solution would of course be a hysterectomy, but I doubt you'd want to go that far!
However, please note, you really should visit your doctor, rather than relying on advice from a website. I am not a medical professional, though I am a woman who suffers from the same thing.
"According to Medline Plus (a very useful site):
* Apply a heating pad to your lower abdomen (below your belly-button). Be careful NOT to fall asleep with it on.
* Take warm showers or baths.
* Drink warm beverages.
* Do light circular massage with your fingertips around your lower abdomen.
* Walk or exercise regularly, including pelvic rocking exercises.
* Follow a diet rich in complex carbohydrates such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, but low in salt, sugar, alcohol, and caffeine.
* Eat light but frequent meals.
* Try over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medicine, such as ibuprofen.
* Practice relaxation techniques like meditation or yoga.
* Try vitamin B-6, calcium, and magnesium supplements, especially if your pain is from PMS.
* Keep your legs elevated while lying down. Or lie on your side with knees bent.
If these self-care measures do not work, your doctor may prescribe medications such as:
* Stronger anti-inflammatories like diclofenac (Cataflam)
* Antidepressants
* Birth control pills
* Antibiotics
* Stronger pain relievers (even narcotics such as codeine, for brief periods)"
Good luck!
2007-01-29 21:43:02 · answer #1 · answered by mattygroves 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You should go back to the doc maybe the type of pill is worsening the problem and another can be perscribed i used to suffer i tried the combined pill and it got worse so i went back to the doc's and got the mini pill cerazette 6 months on i have no periods no mood swings and best of all no more painful cramps it has been the turning point in my life. You seriously do not have to put up with this unfortunitly it's a case of trial and error before you find the right type for you! Good luck chick keep smiling!
2007-01-30 04:00:41 · answer #2 · answered by sabrina8589 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I go through the same thing. Midol multi-symptom helps a lot with the mood swings. Ibuprofen helps with the pain, but can make you bleed heavier. A hot water bottle or heating pad placed on your back can ease the pain loads.
If you want to try herbal remedies, mugwart or catnip can be helpful. You make a tea and drink it 2 to 4 times a day. Catnip tea can also settle your stomach. I always get an upset stomach after hurting a while. I hope this helps.
2007-01-29 22:07:31 · answer #3 · answered by Virginia S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My pains just worsened now that I'm Peri-menopausal. I was surprised to find out that the generic formula PMS caplets sold at Dollar General and Family Dollar,(I don't know if you have those discount stores in your area) work really well to alleviate the pain, bloating and moodiness! And it only cost $2.00 for 32 caplets.
2007-01-29 22:13:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i use ibuprofen, it really helps my pains and calms the periods down a bit.ive tried using paracetemol but that doesnt work as well. also just get a hot water bottle and curl up on the sofa or in your bed and watch TV. i hope this helps, sorry youve got pains, hope they get better. xx
2007-01-30 03:13:20 · answer #5 · answered by lalala 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, you poor darling, I feel for you. Homeopathy works the best, believe me. Fast, Safe and Effective. Browse through SOUL DOCTOR's answers 2nd best answerer in health category. I saw a few answers answered by him about Menustrational complaints. Ignatia Amara is a homeopathic remedy used to cure mood swings, I used it during pregnancy for extremee mood swings and it worked wonders in 30X potency half hour before meals.
Blessings and Light Hun !
2007-01-29 21:46:33 · answer #6 · answered by Lady in Red 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
laughter is often called the best medicine
a hot water bottle usually helps ~ eating fruits eg bananas really help for some reason, might be due to the amount of minerals in there! ~ a bunch of analgesics such as paracetomol if ur desperate ~ or u cud juz sleep it off !!!!!!
also, try not to think about it, if you mentally think it hurts excruciatly, it will ~ but if you forget about it, ull forget about it!
2007-01-29 21:36:53 · answer #7 · answered by thedianaliveson 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Stay away from chocolate and eat fish. It will do wonders.. Ask your doctor for Motrin 800 not the 400 or over the counter.. the 800 will do the trick. I was like you are and I thought I would rather die than for period time to come around.. good luck.
2007-01-29 21:36:25 · answer #8 · answered by texas.okie 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
changing to cilest contraceptive pill really helped me. Also taking Feminax tablets (specially for period pains), and having two hot water bottles, one for tummy and one for back.
2007-02-01 05:00:24 · answer #9 · answered by ♥♥Missy♥♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need an urgent gynec opinion. He/ she may advise an Sonography. and Drugs like Mefenamic acid ( Ponstan )
2007-01-29 23:06:00 · answer #10 · answered by SHARAD S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋