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What can i do to ease period pain!?
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SSRIs and NSAIDs: Given alone or in combination, they should ease sx of pms! see your pcp or ob/gyn doc!
Answered 9/28/2016
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Dysmenorrhea: Nsaid’s, ssri’s, hormone meds, otc meds containing diuretics, warm bath, heating pad, exercise ; acupuncture are excellent for pms / period. 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. Ginger helps w nausea.
Answered 1/11/2014
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