A 24-year-old female asked:

I used to have a painful free menses but for the past four months my menses has been unbearable. what could possibly be the problem. please help.

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Dr. Karen Jonesanswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 39 years experience

Several causes: Stress and eating too much soy or sugar can make periods more painful as can endometriosis, infection or stopping birth control pills. Eating healthy, regular exercise and taking enough calcium can help some people.

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