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How can i get rid of menstrual cramping?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Please see your gyn: There are many good meds and minor surgical procedures once you have had a proper workup by your gyn with an exam, cultures, pap, blood work and ultrasound.
Answered 3/22/2014
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GYN eval if bad.: 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 3/23/2014
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