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I get severe abdominal and back pain with my period. i can't take enough extra strength excedrin to help. i also started experiencing body aches ?

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Dr. Clint Wilson answered

Menstrual cramping: I'd suggest if you're regular that 2-3 days prior to starting your cycle you take Aleve (naproxen) twice daily and block those receptors to keep from having this pain.

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Answered 10/23/2015

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A member asked:

I get severe abdominal and back pain with my period. i can't take enough extra strength excedrin to help. i also started experiencing body aches ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clint Wilson answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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