A member asked:

Is it normal to have really bad period pain on my first day?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Yash Khanna answered

It can happen: It can happen and you can take something for it like ibuprophen, naroxin, etc for one day.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/26/2015

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For some - yes: 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.

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/27/2015

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have really bad period pain on my first day?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Yash Khanna answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

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