What can a girl do to stop her menstrual flow?
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The depo shot will stop your periods entirly, but you have to get it every 3months. My doc told me that it is a guarenteed 10 lbs and that we have periods for a reason, it's not normal to stop them. Also when you quit the depo shot you have a period for 2-3 weeks. My suggestion is take normal birth control, it minimizes the cramps, flow, and duration of the period. Also if I have a trip or something I just keep taking my birth control to avoid my period ofr that time.
1154606
If you stop now, it might be okay. But this is assuming that you didn't over do it too much. The best thing to do girl, is go to your doctor immediately. This is not to be messed around with, and the best of luck to you.
835527
If it doesn't bother you and it doesn't make her feel uncomfortable, just put a big towel under you, and do whatever you feel like! It's not prohibited doing it while she has her period.\nHave fun!;)
330148
There are tablets which you can take which aren't hormone based but which help to decrease the flow and the pain.\n\nMefenamic Acid is an anti-prostaglandin (prostaglandins cause the pain during your period) and you take it for a few days before your period is due and for the first couple of days of your period. It help reduce the pain, and also over time reduces the amount of blood loss.\n\nTranexamic acid is an anti-fibrinolytic and is used to reduce blood flow. \n\nBoth tranexamic acid and mefenamic acid can be used together to reduce blood flow during a period. However, the best thing really is to go onto the birth control pill - it dramatically reduces bleeding and pain.\n\nAlso, since your periods are irregular, it may be worth speaking to your doctor about having blood tests done, or possibly an ultrasound to see whether you may have something like PCOS.
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You should start taking an over-the-counter pain reliever (the best for menstrual pain is Aleve), two tablets 3 times daily, 2-3 days BEFORE your period is due to start and continue until it stops. Also, put a heating pad or hot water bottle in your lower abdomen at the first sign of cramps. For pain relief on-the-go, you can use a self-heating, self-sticking pad like "CUREHEAT Menstrual Relief" or "ThermaCare Menstrual" (look for them on the woman's care section of your local pharmacy). Since menstrual pain is often caused by blood clots that are too large to pass through your cervix (the opening of the uterus), you can do what I do myself, and have teached my teen daughter to do: sit on the toilet and strain like you do when trying to hard to urinate; most of the time, this dislodges the clots and offers great relief when they are expelled. Get lots of rest and keep yourself well hydrated. If these measures don't help, go to your gynecologyst, since you could have a condition such as ENDOMETRIOSIS or an hormonal imbalance that might require medical treatment like oral hormonal medications (usually the Pill), stronger analgesics, or even surgical intervention (in extreme instances). Only your doctor can accurrately diagnose and treat these conditions. I hope that my advise has been helpful, and that you get better soon.
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Apple Cider Vinegar works fast in slowing down a heavy cycle. Wow! I discovered this quite by accident after I started drinking it. I recommend it for every woman suffering from a heavy flow!"\n\n"Drink 1 or 2 glasses of tomato juice, especially V-8, every day. You'll see significant improvment in your flow, and fewer cramps in your next period\n\n"I also found water helps. Laying in the bath (for 30 to 60 minutes or so depending on your situation) really seems to work well
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Do not be scared and talk to your mother so she can help you out. A daughter's best friend around that time is usually your mom, so feel free to talk to her, it happens to all of us women and maybe one day if you have a lil' girl the same will be for her. Be calm, do not panic, wash off, put on a pad that is fit for you (teens), expect pain to come and go, pain can be drastic or soft, lay down, relax, avoid caffeine drinks because they get your period to be heavier, etc. Ask your mom for her advice as to what she did as a young girl and maybe you might also want to ask her to help you shop for the right pad and maybe some Midol for the cramps. Hope this helps girl. Take care and be patient for the next 5-7 days.
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Water.\nZinc, calcium, and B vitamins obtained in food and supplements have been found to reduce cramps, bloating and other symptoms.\n\nCramps are caused by the contraction of the uterus during menstruation and vary in intensity from mild to debilitating.\nInstructions \nSTEP 1: Reduce your consumption of salt, sugar and caffeine during the week before your period to prevent cramps or reduce their severity. \nSTEP 2: Increase your intake of calcium-rich foods such as milk, yogurt or leafy green vegetables. \nSTEP 3: Keep in mind that a high-potency B-complex vitamin may help if you're susceptible to menstrual cramps. Vitamin B 6 is especially important, but don't take more than 100mg per day. \nSTEP 4: Apply heat to your muscles when cramps occur. Take a hot bath or place a hot water bottle on your abdomen or lower back. \nSTEP 5: Get moving. Sitting or lying around may actually make you feel worse. Swimming and walking are good activities because they are gentle and not too stressful. Certain stretches and yoga positions will also help to relieve the pain. \nSTEP 6: Avoid standing for long periods if you have pain in your lower back. \nSTEP 7: Massage your lower back to relieve tension and pain. \nSTEP 8: Take ibuprofen or naproxen to help relieve cramps. \nSTEP 9: Take a break, breathe deeply and listen to soothing music.
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I do not know why, but yes chocolate does help. Eating a little each day for about 3 days before starting your period helps. Caffeine does help me. If you have a lot of bleeding with your period talk to your Gynecologist about a DNC. It is a surgical procedure where they scrape the uterus. Since it is a surgery then you should consider all other options first. Also Ibuprofen helps as long as you do not have kidney or liver problems. Drinking fluids can help but try to avoid extra salt. A heating pad can help too.
293171
The body doesn't work that way, sorry. Just wear a tampon--you'll be okay!
230083
Lay a heating pad on your lower abdomen.  Stay away from caffeine during your period.  It tends to make cramps worse.  Ibuprofen works well.  You can also get put on birth control pills, they help regulate periods and also decrease menstrual cramps.  You can also get a prescription for prescription strength ibuprofen, it works really well.
659110
take birth control pills and it will lighten it up and stop it until you stop taking them you will start again
596599
tell her about what is happening to her body and show her how to use a tampon. It is easy! be careful. good luck
13765
Do you mean pads?\n\nIt's called menstruation.\n\nTalk to your parents or a trusted adult about it.
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If this 'overflow' as you name it bothers you so much, go see a gynecologist. You'll be asked about your period and probably  he or she will investigate your uterus. You might take birth control pills. They reduce the overflow, but have also disadvantages. Google for more information about pills, if you need.\n*hugs
533352
i have friends who are 19 or 20 who also had that problem some didnt even have it stop at all.  Their doctors put them on birth control as your period comes only once a month so that you can live a normal life.
979153
8 days minimum is alot. I would go to the Doctor about it. They may suggest birth control pills for you to regulate your period. I would also eat more iron rich foods or take a supplement. We need the iron that time of the month.