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How to stop severe painful period cramps even thought i dont have heavy bleeding ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Dysmenorrhea Tx: Dysmenorrhea Tx: NSAID’s, SSRI’s, hormone meds, OTC meds containing diuretics, warm bath, heating pad, exercise & acupuncture are excellent for dysmenorrhea. 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.

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Answered 6/19/2020

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