A member asked:

I suffer really bad periods, being sick, dizzy, not heavy, unbearable pain making me cry, felt like passing out. i have no energy and cant get out bed?

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Iron deficiency: I would like that you have your iron levels and hemoglobin checked. Could be that you are losing enough blood with each menstruation that you are anemic and hence tired. Also, painful may mean that you have endometriosis. All of this could be examined by your Gyn.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Dysmenorrhea: 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 9/29/2016

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