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How could i ease period cramps?

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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Healthy diet: Healthy diet and exercise all year round is the first step. Avoid sugar laden foods. Over the counter NSAIDS if not allergic to them and have no contraindication, are useful when used as directed by your physician. If no relief, your physician may prescribe oral contraceptive pills

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Cramps: 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.

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