A member asked:

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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Dr. William Coutts ii answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

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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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

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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