Question 1

why whenever i get my period i have gas?

Accepted Answer

Gut and hormones: Gi function is affected by hormonal status, colon has estrogen receptors.  Some get constipated, some get diarrhea; some get no changes.

Question 2

why do i have so much gas when i get my period?

Accepted Answer

Probably hormones: Bowel is affected by hormonal changes; colon, for example, has estrogen receptors, like breast and uterus.  This can change function. Diet may change pre menses-chocolate cravings? This can affect gut function.  Take meds like midol-can affect gut function too. Keep a diet diary, see if there are particular trigger foods.

Question 3

how come i get bad gas and poop before my period?

Accepted Answer

Prostaglandins: Cells in the uterus produce a chemical called prostaglandins. Prostaglandins stimulate smooth muscles in both the uterus ; in some women they also stimulate smooth muscle of the bowel.  As the smooth muscles are stimulated in the uterus it allows the uterus to expel excess inner lining tissue. As smooth muscle in the intenstines are stimulated it propels feces rapidly through the colon. Because of.

Question 4

i've been having some cramping, gas, constipation, and i believe i was suppose to get my period. it's been about 4 weeks. is it to soon to take a test?

Accepted Answer

Take a pregnancy test: Although there are number of reasons why you might be having the symptoms that you're having, if you are late on your period and having unprotected intercourse, then you should take a pregnancy test.

Question 5

i have really bad cramps and gas  i just started my period yesterday and my tummy continues to get bloated and deflate even when im not  on my period?

Accepted Answer

Sugar malabsorption: Gas and abdominal pain are frequently due to your dietary intake of carbohydrates (sugars) that are not absorbed completely.  The sugars pass through your small intestine and arrive in the colon where they are converted to gas and acids.  Testing for specific sugar malabsorption by breath testing can help you adjust your diet to avoid bloating and pain.  This is a good place to start.

Question 6

on my heaviest day of my period, i get extreme pain in my abdomen, pain different than cramps, usually when i have to move my bowels or if i have gas.

Accepted Answer

Painful periods: There are multiple options for painful  periods. Hormonal treatments such as birth control pills, Progesterone treatments and the Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud are effective reversible treatments that will help many people. There is also a drug called Lysteda that contains no hormones which will help others.

Question 7

throat pain & a gassy cramping feeling almost feels like i want to get my period my stomach hurts to but when i use the restroom just lil gas & pop?

Accepted Answer

Irritable bowel?: Sounds like a bowel problem most likely the colon. See a gastroenterologist. In the meantime eat slower, chew your food well, avoid gas producing food like beans etc.

Question 8

gas trap issues on my period.it hurts so bad that i feel miserable...what can i do to help myself out please.it happens only when i'm on my period?

Accepted Answer

Bloating: If your bloating is not due to fluid retention but is caused by gas entrapment, applying a hot water bottle to the abdomen helps break down the gas and enables you to pass it. If the gas build-up is up in the stomach, drinking warm water also helps break down the gas.

Question 9

i'm on my 3 or 4 day of my period and i fill a super plus in less then 4 hours when i take it out there's a awful gas like smell what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: I think this will require an exam by your doctor to figure this out.

Question 10

why does pork give me gas on my period?

Accepted Answer

Gas: Passing gas is a normal aspect of the digestive process. There are hormonal changes during your menstrual cycle that could impact the amount of flatus. I am not sure i would spend too much time worry about the specific foods.

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Why do I get gas when I m on my period

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Why whenever i get my period i have gas?

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Why do i have so much gas when i get my period?

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How come i get bad gas and poop before my period?

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I've been having some cramping, gas, constipation, and i believe i was suppose to get my period. it's been about 4 weeks. is it to soon to take a test?

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I have really bad cramps and gas i just started my period yesterday and my tummy continues to get bloated and deflate even when im not on my period?

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On my heaviest day of my period, i get extreme pain in my abdomen, pain different than cramps, usually when i have to move my bowels or if i have gas.

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Throat pain & a gassy cramping feeling almost feels like i want to get my period my stomach hurts to but when i use the restroom just lil gas & pop?

A member asked:

Gas trap issues on my period.it hurts so bad that i feel miserable...what can i do to help myself out please.it happens only when i'm on my period?

A member asked:

I'm on my 3 or 4 day of my period and i fill a super plus in less then 4 hours when i take it out there's a awful gas like smell what does this mean?

A member asked:

Why does pork give me gas on my period?

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