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What Causes Terrible Cramps During Periods?

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Posted on Fri, 10 Apr 2015
Question: I have terrible cramps during my menstrual cycle. M whole body is in pain. What would you suggest me to do?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (37 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Antispasmodic and hot compress will help.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
The condition you are describing is called dysmenorrhoea.

It is seen commonly in most women. If there are no disturbances in your periods or if you have no other associated symptoms such as vaginal discharge, fever, difficulties while passing urine and so on, there is no reason to worry.

As far as treating pain is concerned, I would suggest you to consult a gynecologist for physical examination. Following evaluation, he/she can prescribe you antispasmodic drug which can prevent pain. Endometriosis also needs to be ruled out after an ultrasound scan.

In the mean time, home measures such as hot compresses over the lower abdomen and massages can help. Over the counter analgesics such as ibuprofen can be useful on some occasions. You can also use an over the counter antispasmodic for pain relief.

Be assured it is not a serious problem and will be redressed by assurance and proper treatment.

Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (28 hours later)
I notice even though all women have this issue, it seems like they all can function but I can't. During my first day period, I have such pain that I can't do anything. Also, I can't really eat days before my period so I take pills on empty stomach. I have no other choice, what would you suggest?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You can start with oral pills.

Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
If you have debilitating pain during the periods then you should get yourself investigated for any ovarian or uterine pathology. Also, you can start with oral contraceptive pills after consulting with your gynecologist to have pain free periods.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.
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What Causes Terrible Cramps During Periods?

Brief Answer: Antispasmodic and hot compress will help. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for trusting us with your health concern. The condition you are describing is called dysmenorrhoea. It is seen commonly in most women. If there are no disturbances in your periods or if you have no other associated symptoms such as vaginal discharge, fever, difficulties while passing urine and so on, there is no reason to worry. As far as treating pain is concerned, I would suggest you to consult a gynecologist for physical examination. Following evaluation, he/she can prescribe you antispasmodic drug which can prevent pain. Endometriosis also needs to be ruled out after an ultrasound scan. In the mean time, home measures such as hot compresses over the lower abdomen and massages can help. Over the counter analgesics such as ibuprofen can be useful on some occasions. You can also use an over the counter antispasmodic for pain relief. Be assured it is not a serious problem and will be redressed by assurance and proper treatment. Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have. Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr. Rakhi Tayal. For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal