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I have pain during monthly periods , what i can do to reduce ?
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Dysmenorrhea: Consider omega- 3 fatty acids or magnesium (supplementation or through diet) with dr ok. Discuss use of herbal like black cohosh with your dr. Sipping chamomile ; green tea can dissipate pain. Avoid caffeine, chocolate, alcohol ; salt. Nsaid’s, warm bath, heating pad ; acupuncture are excellent for dysmenorrhea. Get gyn eval – check magnesium ; iodine levels ; to rule out underlying pathology.
Answered 1/22/2014
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