I'm a 26. i normally have period cramps. today it's worse. i woke in pain in the morning and i'm still in pain. also feeling nauseated so no food.

GYN exam: and evaluation for hormonal imbalance and/or endometriosis. If not allegic I suggest ibuprofen ( Advil) 2-3 tablets every 6 hours OR naproxyn sodium ( Aleve) - 1 tab every 6-8 hrs. These medications must be taken on a full stomach and avoid if allergic to these medicines. Must see GYN.

Painful periods : There are multiple options for painful periods. An evaluation by an Obgyn is the next step. Hormonal treatments such as birth control pills, Progesterone treatments and the Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud are effective reversible treatments that will help many people. There is also a drug called Lysteda that contains no hormones which will help others.