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A 16-year-old female asked:
I have bad periods.i have severe cramps and i skip months.im cramping now but not bleeding , what can i do for the pain ?(not on birth control no more)
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Cramps: 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 sipping chamomile & green tea can dissipate pain. Get evaluated.
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Dr. Heidi Fowler commented
Psychiatry 27 years experience
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Dysmenorrhea can be caused by polyps, fibroids & adenomyosis.
Aug 23, 2013
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