A member asked:

I get very painful period cramps and i always use the hot water over my stomach it makes the place numb does this affect the ovaries i was wondering?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No harm caused.: NSAID’s, SSRI’s, hormone meds, OTC meds containing diuretics, warm bath, heating pad, exercise & acupuncture are excellent for PMS / period. Avoid caffeine, chocolate, alcohol & salt. Get GYN eval to R/O underlying pathology. Consider omega- 3 fatty acids, magnesium (supplementation or through diet) or Black Cohosh with dr ok. Sipping Chamomile can dissipate pain. Ginger helps w nausea.

Answered 5/27/2015

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