what causes severe back pain before your period to the point of not being able to stand up straight?
460544
All women have some cramping before and during their periods due to the release of prostaglandins, but pain like that which you describe is never normal.  See your doc to talk about possible reasons, i.e., adenomyosis, fibroids, Endometriosis.  Pain should never cripple you like that; it's your body's way of saying something is wrong.  A lot of women who have Endometriosis of their uterosacral nerve and surrounding region describe what you are saying, so see your gyn to be on the safe side.  Good luck!
364365
I get cramps the day before my period is about to come. My friends goes through weird food craving.  I think it all depends on how you PMS.
186426
It sounds like middleschmirtz. You can look it up on the web (yea, that is really the name). It is painful ovulation. Starts about two weeks or so after your last period began. It can cause mild to severe cramping feeling and lower back pain. (You would think we suffer enoung with the rest of the whole female cycle! Geesh!)\n\nLook in to it. That may be what is going on. \nAnother that I can think of is ovarian cysts. That can cause quite a bit of pain and discomfort too.\n\nEither way, if it continues, probably would be a good idea to see your OBGYN
670424
hormonal imbalance... this usually takes place before or after your monthly period... this is natural.. some women experience this while some others don't.
229933
could be your sciatic nerve but i believe that is lower back not middle.\n\nsciatic can cause pain from back to buttocks and down the leg
766345
Yes..It could be several things. The following can cause pelvic or back pain: Chlamydia, PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease), Nongonococcal Urethritis, Herpes, Bacterial Vaginosis,HIV.\nConsult a physician...
338636
Water retention which usually takes places just before menstruation.
518141
Purchase a back brace, you can either wear them under or over your shirts, depending on how much you need the support. As for the ongoing pain, take some Tylenol or another OTC med and take a hot bath, the warm water helps muscles relax.\n\nAlso, what I discovered, stand up tall and straight, may think that it'll hurt worse, but it really doesn't. The more you slouch, the more pressure is put on your spine.
1157070
If you are young and you have really bad cramps during your period along with other symptoms you might want to talk to your doctor first before taking the birth control pills. Tell him/her all of the symptoms you are having. It may be something more serious and if detected early it can save you a lot of pain in the future. \n\nI had severe pain that would restrict me to bed and I could not go to work. I had this pain ever since I started my periods. I am now 37 years old and finally a doctor did a laporoscopic procedure and it turned out I had severe endometriosis. I had to have a total hysterectomy taking everything out (uterus, tubes and ovaries). I will never be able to give birth to a child now. If it would have been caught earlier than my chances of having children would have been better.
818510
Depending on the location of the back pain, it could be a kidney infection, a UTI,  a bladder infection, or just straight back pain from using muscles too much. The nausea is something that could come with anything or at anytime. I would say it could be a UTI or a Kidney infection. Go see a doctor soon though 3 months is too long if its any kind of these infections.
86607
all women experience different effects during their period. try to eat healthy, especially right before you're about to start and exercise. you can also buy pms med to help prevent the pains.
257257
please look into going to a free clinic, they have them in every town, you do not have to have insurance, get a gyn exam, if you want to see a female doc, be sure to tell them that, is the pain happening when it is almost time for your period to start or during your period, or both, just be sure to pay attention to this, the pain could be from a variety of sources, (pelvic inflamatory disease, etc) try taking some motrin during your period during this painful time, put a warm towel(or heating pad) to the area, even if the motrin and heating pad works, you need to see a doc though just to make sure you are ok, do it as soon as possible, don't put it off, especially if you are sexually active
86340
i have the same problem...it might be because your due to have your period...has this been going on or has it just started? if it has been going on for a while its most likely because your due for your period. it might also be because your taking in too much cafeinne (cant spell it) so try to cut back and take a calcium suppl. or primrose oil suppl.
620827
Sounds like you have dysmenorrhea which is an unusually painful and difficult period. Birth control pills have helped many women manage this.  What you should avoid drinking (and eating) are caffeine-containing products and this includes chocolate.  The heating pad advice is fine and take analgesics such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen.  There IS one other thing that resolved this for many women and that is having a baby but I don't think you want to go that far!
826105
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.
237778
You should start taking pain reliever before the pain gets too severe, preferably as soon as your period starts. Do not exceed the recommended dosage though. Tylenol, Advil, and Aleve all work if taken before the pain starts. Ginger tea from Yogi teas works great for alleviating stomach discomfort. Keep hydrated with water so you don't pass out. I used to have those same symptom with my period.
1020453
Women can have a whole lot of symptoms to deal with right before their periods.  Bloating, swelling of their feet and ankles, nausea, crave chocolate, mood swings and a whole bunch more.  Doctor's often contribute it to hormones.  Hormones can cause all kinds of things to women.  You are not alone.  Many women suffer this and other symptoms right before their periods.  \n\nGood luck to you and I hope I was helpful to you!