Question 1

best vitamin for period pain/mood? currently only taking vitamin d3 1000iu & vitamin b complex

Accepted Answer

Depends: Different items work for different people, but many patients report a better sense of well being with a b complex vitamin, and with significant vitamin d. Depending on your latitude and sun exposure, you may or may not get enough vitamin d from sun.  You could consider trying 3, 000 iu of vitamin d.  Also there is some evidence to suggest that methyl folate also helps improve a person's mood.

Question 2

what should i give to my teenage girl for her period pain? what is the best vitamin?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen: is the best over-the-counter medication for menstrual cramps. It works best on the enzyme pathway causing the cramps. The dose for 12 year old and up would be 400mg every 6 hours. If that does not help, please ask her pediatrician for further recommendations. A general multivitamin is best, although if she is a great eater, she may not need any; again, please discuss with her doctor.

Question 3

what should i give to my teenage girl for her period pain? any vitamins?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDS: Over the counter medications like advil/motrin/ibuprofen work well for menstrual cramps.  Also, start taking pain medication before the cramps are severe.  Talk to her doctor about ways you can manage her menstrual pain.

Question 4

what causes bad period pain?

Accepted Answer

Many things: There can be several causes of painful periods (dysmenorrhea). Some women have endometriosis, ovarian cysts, sensitivity to pain. You should see your physician to evaluate the source. Usually treated with pain medication or birth control pills.

Question 5

suggest me something for period pain?

Accepted Answer

Anti-inflammatory: the family of medicines called anti-inflammatory medications are very helpful for menstrual pain. they  are now available without a prescription. It is best to take as recommended on the package until your period is finished.  common over-the-counter products: Ibuprofen and Naproxen sodium.

Question 6

what is the reason that period pain occurs?

Accepted Answer

Uterine cramping: Most often, it is due to uterine cramping.  This is common and benign.  If the pain is significant, you can use over the counter Ibuprofen or acetaminophen.  If these are not helping, you will need to see your doctor (ob/gyn) to explore other options for menstrual cycle control.

Question 7

can vitamin d affect your period?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Vitamin d impacts every cell of our body in one way or another. Vitamin deficiency is associated with pms and infertility and boosts levels of estrogen ; Progesterone which play a key role in the menstrual cycle. See http://articles.Mercola.Com/sites/articles/archive/2012/02/16/the-vitamin-that-has-been-shown-to-dramatically-improve-infertility.Aspx 
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Question 8

does vitamin c help stop your period ?

Accepted Answer

Menorrhagia: My understanding is that  Vitamin C has been used in cases of meorrhagia (excessive menstrual bleeding) if there is increased capillary fragility. . REF:  https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/menorrhagia  However, I am not aware that Vitamin C stops a normal period altoghether.

Question 9

can taking vitamin c make your period start?

Accepted Answer

No: tends to go right through you (excreted in urine).

Question 10

how to get rid of period pain before school ?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDS: Non steroidal anti inflammatory medication such as Aleve, Naprelan, (naproxen) Ibuprofen is a good medicine to relieve period cramps, make sure you are not allergic to these meds. Prescription strength may also be appropriate. Also, check with your pediatrician and parents if birth control pills are a good idea, especially if your cramps are really debilitating

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