k so can u tell me something that can help...i dont wanna take any medicine and i know i can take a hot bath and exercise and use a heating pad. what else can i do?
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Almost all women have some cramping during their periods, classified as either primary dysmenorrhea (which refers to "normal" menstrual pain) or secondary dysmenorrhea (which is a result of an underlying disease or disorder).\n\n"Normal" cramps occur in almost all women due to the release of prostaglandins, which are hormones produced by the endometrium (the lining of the uterus). Prostaglandins cause the uterus to contract (sometimes quite painfully) in order to expel the menstrual debris (and henceforth, start the period). Some women produce higher levels of prostaglandins than others, so they may hurt more. \n\nHOWEVER, killer cramps are NOT normal and are in most cases due to secondary dysmenorrhea. Most frequently this is because of a disease or disorder like Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, cervical stenosis, structural abnormalities in the vagina or uterus itself, fibroids, etc. If your cramping disables you, see your gyn to talk about options.\n\nI know you said 'no meds,' but non-steroidal inflammatory drugs like aspirin and ibuprofen may help relieve cramping...your doc can also prescribe oral contraceptives that will prevent ovulation and reduce prostaglandin production, thereby alleviating cramping. \n\nUse of heating pads, avoidance of salt, sugar, alcohol and caffeine, intake of vitamin B6, calcium and magnesium supplements, and pelvic massage are all said to be helpful as well. \n\nIt is important to determine if the cramps are "normal," or if they could be due to another cause. Pain that is crippling is never normal and should be investigated ASAP so that appropriate diagnosis and treatment can be rendered. Hope that helps.
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First you should check your weight..if you are over weight..\n\nYou can have hot tub bath ( heat around 18 to 20 C )sit in for about 20 minuets...\n\nYou can use some gel like Move...or Radial gel.\n\nSome exercises...\n\nyou can check these sites:\n\nhttp://www.spine-health.com/\n\n\nhttp://orthoinfo.aaos.org/fact/thr_report.cfm?Thread_ID=17&topcategory=Spine\n \n\nIf symptoms presisted, you should see Dr.\n\nI wish you feel better soon.
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What has always helped me are those disposable heat packs you can buy in most drug stores.  They are more easily found in the winter, but ask for them anyway - they may be able to order them for you.  You open the plastic pack, shake it, and it warms up nicely and stays warm for 8 hours.  Just tuck it in your underwear (no one can tell its there - they are VERY thin!), and it REALLY HELPS!!!  Wishing you the best honey, I suffered for MANY years with those god-awful cramps!
633120
Burning pain. More worse in the mornings.Start anti inflammatories now and stay on them for life.\n There are no magic cures, they only want your money.
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Take a break for every 2hours ..let your mind relax and then start over. Relaxation could be like listening to soothing music, drink some water, take a small walk. The idea is that no one can read at a stretch, so read in intervals and reduce the heat by relaxing the mind..hope this helps
59071
try ice. if it doesn't work, go see a doctor!
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Drink lots of water\nTake warm baths\nUse an ice pack\nRest\nUse Preparation H Cooling Gel
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What I found worked for me was to only do a short sitzbath after I used the bathroom.  I agree, when I would use it more often or longer, I felt worse.  Once I started to feel better, I would just hop in the shower after, instead of the sitzbath.  Hope you feel better soon!!  It's MISERABLE!!
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Hot water bottle (or purring cat) sometimes helps.  If I'm not in horrible pain, a walk seems to work wonders, too.  I find coffee and chocolate makes it worse on the first couple of days, which makes me sad, because I live on those basic foods.  *lol*\n\nHopefully you'll feel better soon.
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There's not much you can do except stay rested, keep your fluids up and don't strain yourself. Try taking a bath- it doesn't actually heal you in any way, but it feels like such a relief.\n\nGet well soon!
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Go to your Doctor or go to a chiropractor they should be able to help! A hot bath and those new pads you stick on you back Like icy hot or something like that They work I use one and my back pain went bye bye for a long time! But it will be different for everyone! My back was hurting due to a car wreak!
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take a good bath you feel a little fresh\nbut dont be that happy\nthe problem arrises soon your skin is again exposed to this weather \napply glicirine pal\navailable at medical store near you \nmail me at \nf185_ug6@yahoo.co.in
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Elevate your legs once you at home, take an ice bag place on the sore parts of your legs leave there for 15 minutes but not any longer. Try not to do any pushing of furniture or any hard work around your house. Then right before bed time take a soothing bath  if at all possible. In the morning try to stay away from anything with caffeine and you should do this on a regular basis and also try to exercise just a little each day..\n\nGood Luck..
358652
A hot water bottle on your tummy always seems to help me. Also, try to avoid fatty foods before and during the period.
641724
Showering 3 times a day? Why in the world would you do that? Don't shave, that could make things worse. Get medical assistance asap.
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Think..hot tub, jacuzzi, sauna, long hot bath.....anything to relax your muscles.  You'll be sore for a couple of days.   Hopefully it was worth it!\n\nTake ibuprofin for the pain and in case anything is swollen!
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Take a pain killer and a coolish bath.  Do you have Noxzema or even calamine lotion?  Perhaps a little baking soda/water paste will help.