If a woman is on her period, and it becomes unbearably painful to defecate even though she really feels the need to, is it normal or should she seek medical attention? This isnt happening at the moment but it has happened many times in the past. Please only answer if you have a serious answer to my question, not something like "ewwwwwww". I hate that I even have to say that, but people should take a legitimate question like this seriously. Thanks to all those who are willing to give a real answer!
2007-07-06 19:10:36 · 5 answers · asked by pocketful_of_sunshine 4 in Health ➔ Women's Health
This only happens during my period. Its not like constipation, just the pressure involved in defecation creates a sharp cramp in my abdominal area, and around my anal area is piercing pain. I dont know why this is, or why it only happens when i'm on my period. Even with midol or pamprin this doesnt improve. Gas x makes me feel less pressure in my abdomen, but there is still the sharp pain
2007-07-06 20:15:06 · update #1
Sharp pain like a menstrual cramp
2007-07-06 20:16:15 · update #2
This is not normal. If you are having stabbing pains, it might be endometriosis. I have had this happen to me, and I probably have endo. Otherwise, it could be bad constipation. I'm guessing that it's more than just constipation, if it only happens during your period. Either way, you really need to see a doctor, because it should not hurt to poo!
But sharp pain definitely sounds like endometriosis. I have been taking ibuprofen and Yasmin, but neither seems to help the stabbing pain in my rectum.
2007-07-06 19:35:44 · answer #1 · answered by jellybeanchick 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think of you could bypass to a doctor. The replace ought to be via stress or have yet another threat unfastened reason yet you could see a doctor just to make certain. BTW: whilst a woman says that her menstrual cycle is 25 days, it does no longer advise that she bleeds for 25days! It ability it takes 25days from the 1st day of her era to the subsequent era! a number of you acquire slightly puzzled there!
2016-09-29 06:06:32 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about 'normal', but it is common.
Before seeking medical help, start out with this: about 3 days before your period is due, start taking Metamucil and/or eat more fresh fruit (apples, pears, plumbs, raisins, prunes) - eat things that will soften your stool and also "push it through".
2007-07-06 19:22:03 · answer #3 · answered by mrscjr 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Before going to a doctor which will cost you a lot of money, I reccommend trying a laxative. It may be a bit gross, but at least it wont hurt!
2007-07-06 19:15:00 · answer #4 · answered by Delicious Pear 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please provide more information. Why is it painful? Are you constipated? Do you have cramps? Does it hurt only during your period?
2007-07-06 19:16:51 · answer #5 · answered by Dee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋