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I'm on my first day of my period its the most painful ever i'm shivering nd my lower back is extremely painful i can't take it.. pas stool is painful?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Is it consistently : This bad? 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 & green tea can dissipate pain. Ginger >.

Answered 9/11/2013

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