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I am having some hardly bearable period cramps and i don't think i have any ibuprophen. in fetal position. please help!
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Magnesium: Menstrual cramps are due to spasm of the muscles of the uterus. Magnesium is the ultimate muscle relaxer. It decreases or blocks the nerve/ hormonal stimulus to cause the uterine muscles to contract excessively. Magnesium also helps with the inflammatory component of pain. Increase your intake of magnesium rich foods starting 3-5 days before you anticipate that your period will start.
Answered 5/24/2015
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Not at all normal: This is very abnormal: you need to see a doctor about this soon. There is good help available, but it is in the office not online. Hope you feel better and good wishes.
Answered 5/18/2015
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