Girl`s this is a question i need your help with !!?

Question

When i get my period i tend to get VERY bad cramps and everything i take (midol, asprin, etc.) doesn`t seem too help at all. Do you know anything else that can ease the cramps .. if you do please let me know ..

_Thank`s SO Much_

Answer 1

Have you tried taking Aleve (naproxyn sodium)? I've found these are much better for cramps than tylenol or aspirin. Also, try to watch what you eat in the days before your period. Even though some women crave salty and/or sweet foods, I have heard that these foods can make periods more painful, and cause more bloating. Try to cut back on the salt intake, the sugar, chocolate and other junk foods. Some moderate regular exercise like walking can help.

When all else fails, get on the floor on your hands and knees. I have found that holding this position for as long as possible helps. I'm not sure why, but I'm assuming that taking the pressure of your swolen and painful uterus off the pelvic area may provide relief. Not sure, but it always worked for me.

Answer 2

Cramps are caused by the contraction of the uterus during menstruation and vary in intensity from mild to debilitating.
Reduce your consumption of salt, sugar and caffeine during the week before your period to prevent cramps or reduce their severity.Increase your intake of calcium-rich foods such as milk, yogurt or leafy green vegetables.
Keep in mind that a high-potency B-complex vitamin may help if you're susceptible to menstrual cramps. Vitamin B 6 is especially important, but don't take more than 100mg per day. Apply heat to your muscles when cramps occur. Take a hot bath or place a hot water bottle on your abdomen or lower back. Get moving. Sitting or lying around may actually make you feel worse. Swimming and walking are good activities because they are gentle and not too stressful. Certain stretches and yoga positions will also help to relieve the pain. Avoid standing for long periods if you have pain in your lower back. Massage your lower back to relieve tension and pain. Take ibuprofen or naproxen to help relieve cramps.Take a break, breathe deeply and listen to soothing music. If you are in extreme pain, have an unusually heavy flow or notice big blood clots, or if you also have other symptoms such as vomiting and fainting, consult a doctor.
i hope this helps this is what i do and they go away completely

Answer 3

I've heard that yoga is a really good way to deal with pms symptoms. Don't do yoga while you are having your period, but when you begin to feel the signs, try to do some. THere are classes designed especially for women and are great. Also, walk a lot to help ease the cramps. They do hurt!

Answer 4

Ibuprofen and naproxen sodium are common over-the-counter medications that can help relieve menstrual cramps. A heating pad or hot water bottle may also make you feel better.

Other measures to reduce or prevent cramps include:

Get regular exercise, such as walk and pelvic rocking exercises.
Follow a diet rich in complex carbohydrates, like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables -- but low in salt, sugar, alcohol, and caffeine.
Practice relaxation techniques like meditation or yoga.

Answer 5

On Oprah last week their was a gynocolgist who recommended taking motrin 2 days prior to your cycle to avoid menstral cramps. She suggested that it is much more effective when started 2 days before your period so I might try that for a few months and see how it goes.

Answer 6

I get bad cramps too, and I take midol and eat bananas. Most of the time though I find exercising the most effective way to get rid of them, which I think sucks cause I hate to exercise.

Answer 7

Actually, i went and seen a Doctor for that like six months ago! He suggested birth control pills/patch. i only used it for like two months and now i barely get cramps! But when i do get them occasionally, i use midal and other such pain killers!(Any pain killer will help, it just depends on how many mg you take. I use to have really bad cramps so i use like 1000-800mg.)

Answer 8

Been there! You may want to talk to your doctor. You may need a prescription drug, ( I did ) And with that much pain could be caused from a medical problem. Mine was due to ovarian cyst, So the best thing is to talk to a pro.. Good luck..

Answer 9

I heard drinking a lot of water before your period starts helps. If not then it's possible that you may need to see a doctor if they're that bad.

Answer 10

Motrin, pamprin... Also, gentle exercise, herbal tea, hot water bottles, yoga, and baths can do wonders.