bad menstraul cramps?

Question

im 18 and get the worst menstrual cramps ever i get nautious and other embarrasing things too i cant even get out of bed let alone to school and i dont eat for like the first two days is there a way to stop this

Answer 1

If you are experiencing symptoms of menstrual cramps, it's important to see your doctor to be properly diagnosed. Although certain natural remedies show some promise, there hasn't been enough research at this point to conclude they're effective. Here are some of the more popular natural remedies for menstrual cramps.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish such as salmon, mackerel, sardines, and anchovies. They are also available in fish oil capsules, which may be the preferable form because many brands filter out any pollutants in fish, such as mercury and PCBs.

At least eight studies involving a total of 1,097 women have investigated the relationship between diet and menstrual cramps and have found that fish oil intake seemed to have a positive effect on menstrual cramps.

Fish oil capsules may interact with blood-thinning drugs such as warfarin (Coumadin) and aspirin. Side effects may include indigestion and bleeding. To reduce a fishy aftertaste, it should be taken just before meals.


Magnesium
Magnesium is a mineral found naturally in foods such as green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. It is also available as nutritional supplements. Magnesium is needed for more than 300 biochemical reactions. It helps to regulate blood sugar levels and is needed for normal muscle and nerve function, heart rhythm, immune function, blood pressure, and for bone health.

In 2001, researchers with the Cochrane Collaboration reviewed three small studies that compared magnesium and a placebo for dysmenorrhea. Overall, they found that magnesium was more effective than placebo for pain relief and the need for additional medication was less with magnesium use.

Acupressure
Acupressure is a traditional healing practice that is based on the same principles as acupuncture. Instead of applying needles to acupuncture points, pressure is applied

A point that is often recommended by acupuncturists for menstrual cramps is called Spleen 6. Although there are only preliminary studies on acupressure for menstrual cramps, it is a simple home remedy that is often recommended by alternative practitioners.

To find the point, acupuncturists suggest feeling the bony point of the inner ankle. From that point, draw an imaginary line up the lower calf from the inner ankle. The point is approximately four finger widths from the inner ankle. It isn't on the shin bone, but just beside it towards the back of the calf.

With your thumb or middle finger at a 90 degree angle to the skin, apply gradually increasing pressure. Hold for three minutes. The pressure should not be painful or uncomfortable.

Other Natural Remedies for Menstrual Cramps
Low-fat diet

Vitamin E

Vitamin B1

Heat

Crampbark

Fennel

Aromatherapy

Massage

Calcium

Chiropractic

Exercise

Answer 2

Ah, the joys of womanhood, hm? LOL Trust me, we ALL feel that way from time to time. But, I can offer you help. There is a natural set of things you can do for yourself that will help tremendously. At your age, I was so sick with my periods that I was literally in bed with a heating pad and puking for 5-7 days. NOT fun!! They said it would ease with childbirth---NOT! So I did find solutions that work. First, evening primrose oil capsules! Taken once daily, this is a feminine toner from the herbal world that will help even out the hormone fluxuations that cause PMS, crankiness, nausea and hard cramping. If you're on any medications, CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR to make sure that they aren't contraindicated to your meds. Second, the week before and week of your period, take a gentle iron (yes, its called GENTLE iron) to help replenish the blood you're losing so you aren't fatigued, tired and cranky with exhaustion. Thirdly, during your period forego caffeine if you can, minimize it if you can't do without it entirely and, if you're smart, for the week of your period drink TONS of water and juice. This keeps the blood thin so that passing clots (unused uterine lining, etc.) is an easier, cleaner process and doesn't cause as much cramping. These three keys together seem very simple, but trust me they can make a WORLD of difference in your current circumstances! Good luck and Feel Better Soon!!

Answer 3

Try ponstan. It's the only medicine that takes away my own pain. A cup or two of liquor could really help also. After you are clean go have some tests just to make sure nothing else is going on and try not to expose yourself in cold (weather, shower, bath, swimming pool, bare feet etc), especially during the middle days of your circle and during the period. If you remember now one or more of the above taking place the previous month, the pain you suffer now has an excuse!

Answer 4

I am 29, no children, and it the exact same boat. I've had cancer so I know pain.......I have a high pain threshold. But my PMS is so debilitating that I can't function. On top of that, I get insomnia before my period and during it. I am lucky to get 2 hours of sleep a night. I don't like birth control pills, so I guess I'm just stuck.

ON YAZ: this is a low dose bc pill. I know some like it, but I got pregnant on it. I had an abortion and it sucked. I will NEVER use Yaz again.

Answer 5

I used to have cramps so bad I couldnt get out of bed, I tried all kinds of different pain reliving medications that wouldnt work, finally some one gv me an acetominophen pill and my cramps eased up enough to tolerate and I could go to school. They were bought at a Dollar Store here so you should be able to find them cheap....also you can try a heating pad..may help some....good luck.

Answer 6

let me know, I'm 29 and every month it gets worse and worse. My doctor wants me on birth control to help. I've tried Midol but the caffeine in it gets me sick. And pamprin doesnt do a thing for me. Good luck. Though I do use those stick on heating pads for menstraul cramps and it brings some relief.

Answer 7

Go on birth control. I did when I was 16 because I had the same problems. I would miss 2-5 days of school a month.

Answer 8

You may have what's called PMDD (I think that's what it's called.) I would definitely see a doctor. There may be some medication that could help you. Also, birth control really helps with bad cramps and other menstrual problems.

Answer 9

I used to have this problem (every now and then it comes back, but it's NEVER anything like it was). I went to my OBGYN and they put me on the pill to help lighten and regulate my period. I would talk to your doctor about it (if you don't have one yet, talk to you mom about getting one.. you're never too old to ask mom!). Advil helps, but sometimes those bad ones are just plain bad.

I'd suggest going on the pill over anything else, it makes a world of a difference. I'm on Yaz and it's great (how about a 4 day period?)

I just wanted to add that when I was 12 they put me on b/c to regulate and help the cramps, and I was off and on for a few yrs after that. I went back on it a few years ago and it's fantastic. I'm 26 now, btw. Also, my little sister just started on the same pill I'm on. She is 19 and was in as much pain as you are.

Good luck

Answer 10

i used to be the same way with my cramps.. i wouldnt be able to get out of bed for the first three days of my period...i finally asked my regular doctor and the best he could do was prescribe me a muscle relaxer but once i started going to the gyno & got on birth control i havent had bad cramps..