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I have extremely painful period cramps. I have tried everything, but nothing works unless I take over800mg of ibprofin every 2-3 hours. Heat works a little bit, but nothing else seems to work. they start about 2 days before my period starts, and then 3 days during my period.

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Dr. Basab Mukherjee Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Kolkata

You may have an underling disease commonest being endometriosis. Please get in touch with your doctor at the earliest for evaluation and Rx advice. ... Read More

My period is delayed by 3 days now but I am having really painful cramps once or twice. What can be the reason for the same

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Dr. Manju Kumari Obstetrician | Hyderabad

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May be pregnancy if you are sexually active.Do pregnancy test either by urine or blood.Bhcg is blood test and confirmatory also.If comes negative means no pregnancy then take tablet for withdrawal ble ... Read More

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I've always had very severe period pain. I had my first period very early. The bleeding is not heavy on the first day but second day is heavy. By the fourth day there is just spotting and no pain at all. Cramps are most painful on the first day and stomach, lower back, legs and entire genital area are affected. I have been sexually active very rece

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Dr. Astha Agarwal Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Ghaziabad

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Hi first of all relax.. Your symptoms are suggestive of endometriosis.. You should get your ultrasound pelvis and CA 125 levels checked. In case of any abormality consult further.. You can either cons ... Read More

I have very bad period cramps, I have noticed only durin period if the flow becomes less the pain start and almost makes me feel like I am going to faint. When the flow is high the pain stoll exists but does not increases that much. What to do?

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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I was diagnosed with pcos 3 years ago (im 18) and so i haven't had my period in 13 months and recently I've been having constant cramps, been peeing more than usual and some major mood swings and my nipples have been sore/weird. but my biggest concern is my constant cramps ranging for tolerable to debilitating. i notices i feel an increase in pain

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Dr. Ami Archan Raval Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Surat

U need tab verin m or meftal 500 twice a day. And u should have withdrawal of mensis . And also send me your recent sonography if any. Bcz this much needs to investigated. ... Read More

I always use to get period cramps which Is really painful . I feel pain not only in my stomach but also ni thigh and legs area . Now also iam having cramps I feel like I am going to die . I can't tolerate it.

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Dr. Neelu Sontakke Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Bhopal

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Kindly review with ultrasound pelvis and abdomen. You can take tablet meftal spas or Tab Drotin M if excessive pain for the time being. ... Read More

I have been suffering from menstrual cramps from many years. I never took medicine because i thought taking painkillers every month will effect my kidneys. But now i can't bear this pain anymore.Pain happenes on first day of periods and remain for one day only but I am not able to do any work on that day. Please prescribe better medicine which i ca

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Painful cramps during periods can cause vomiting on second day of period ( just only one time) ?? Please response??

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Dr. Shabna Abid Ayurvedic General Medicine | Malappuram

It is common in young girls than elders. Mainly due to the imbalance of female hormones. A combined approach with food modifications and some Ayurvedic medicines surely vanish this condition. ... Read More

My period cramps have been very painful and I have fainted because of the pain several times. What should I do?

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Dr. Deepali Nirawane Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Pune

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Hi, is there any medication thati can take for period cramps, as they have become really painful and are there for longer duration which makes it difficult for me to do my job effectively

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Dr. Imran Ul Hoda General Physician | Delhi

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Hii doctor..................... please suggest some medicine for period( abdominal )cramps...Thankyou...

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Dr. Vijaya Gupta Gynecologist | Chandigarh

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For a prescription you will have to connect online Medication are not suggested in the free question answer section ... Read More

I've been having pelvic cramps or backpain after my last two periods, it's not constant but happens randomly and hurts a lot - I'm on day 8 of my cycle currently and it started suddenly and was pretty harsh. It does also stop after maybe one day or a few days. The last time I got my period I had to take an Ipill on day 30 of my cycle after unprotec

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Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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Before a week to 10 days of my period, I get really bad cramps. Such bad that I end up waking up in the middle of the night to apply heat pads. Need a solution for this or any medicine that can help. Regards

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Dr. V Srinitha Reddy Gynecologist | Hyderabad

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I was having sharp period like cramps on the right side of stomach and that goes till my neck.its stabbing pain.Also there is lower abdomen pain.it was before period started .Now today is my 6 th day period.its again paining.what could be the reason??I have fibroids issue but doctor say its harmless.

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Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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My cycle usually last between 26 to 28 days and lmp was 8 Jan, its been 2 days I have cramps that actually feel like period cramps all through out the day, and it actually feel like period would happen all time but nothing. It has never happened like this before, took pregnancy test morning turned out to be negative. Why is the cramps so intense bu

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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My last period on 10th jan and unprotected intimacy on 21st thn took ipill after 18 hrs of intimacy ..but its about 13 days no bleeding come...?? M I pregnant?? Mild cramps on 31 jan to 2 feb thn it stops what is this. ??

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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I usually give my 17-year old daughter Paracetamol or Cyclopam for period cramps and avoid Ibuprofen as she has hay fever and allergies. But she took an Ibuprofen at a friend's house and says it has given her a lot of relief. Is it okay to give it to her? Thanks

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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My teenage daughter 17 years old suffers from period cramps every month on the 1st day of her menstrual cycle which affects her day activities. Her friends have suggested her to take Brufen tablet. But I am unsure of how safe is it to give without any doctor advice. Please suggest any remedy for it.

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Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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My last period was on 3rd December and always have regualr periods. But i missed periods this month and have period like cramps on the right side of my abdomen. What is the reason.

Asked for Female, 24 Years 285 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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I have so much white discharge and creamy milk discharge many times even before and after period My periods lasts for 7 days and sometimes it's so painful

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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I'm having severe period cramps...what should I do?? I never experienced it...but this time it is unbearable

Asked for Female, 18 Years 113 Views v

Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella General Physician | Hyderabad

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Immediately consult me ... Read More

On first day of My period suddenly my period stops and painful cramps starts it lasts for 5-6 hours or until I take pain killer. And everything is OK but on the first day of my period the pain is so painful. What to do?

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Dr. Pratibha P S Gynecologist | Bangalore

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kindly get a ultrsound scan ... Read More

In past I always used to get cramp and stomach pain during period. But since couple of months only on day 1 getting very light cramps. And after that not getting any pain at all. But still I bleed for 4 to 5 days. Is there any concern in this or it is normal?

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Dr. Pratibha P S Gynecologist | Bangalore

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Hello doctor i face pre menstrual cramps before one week every month. I did check up everything is normal . It pains horrible please suggest something Thanks

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Dr. Panchani Gynecologist | Surat

Hi good afternoon Thnxs for your question I need complete details regarding ur menes pattern and last menes date. Is there any abnormal discharge from vagina after period is over? I need complete deta ... Read More

I get so scanty period flow just for 3 days hardly and its so light along with pelvic cramps since I stopped taking ocps after curing the cyst in rt.ovary. Could it be due to decreased hormonal levels or just imbalance? I never had such issues before taking the pills.

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Dr. Varnica Psyche Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Chennai

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Do we get period cramps and white discharge during pregnancy. My pregnancy is still not confirmed but my date was 24th May.

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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My doctor prescribed me to take regesterone for 21 days after very heavy bleeding.But I am experiencing period like cramps in abdomen while taking tablets .is this normal ?

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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My periods start 2 days ago. I am having painful cramps since yesterday. I am not able to do my work. Please suggest what should I do to have relief.

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Dr. Vijaya Gupta Gynecologist | Chandigarh

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I had white discharge and period like cramps on 20th day of my cycle. After that very less to no discharge and no cramps. Am I pregnant? My cycle if of 28 days.

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Dr. Pratibha P S Gynecologist | Bangalore

only qay to find out pregnancy is by pregnancy test if you miss periods by 2-3 days from expected period date ... Read More

I have taken priminor tablet for 2 days(morning -evening)to delay my periods,my periods came after 3 days of completion of tablets...but there is heavy bleeding with abdominal cramps..is it normal ?

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Dr. Rashmi M Gowda Social Obstetrics and Gynecologist | Bangalore

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Yes..variations are expected after hormonal tablets..if it's too much connect for prescription ... Read More

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I have extremely painful period cramps. I have tried everything, but nothing works unless I take over800mg of ibprofin every 2-3 hours. Heat works a little bit, but nothing else seems to work. they start about 2 days before my period starts, and then 3 days during my period.

My period is delayed by 3 days now but I am having really painful cramps once or twice. What can be the reason for the same

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I have very bad period cramps, I have noticed only durin period if the flow becomes less the pain start and almost makes me feel like I am going to faint. When the flow is high the pain stoll exists but does not increases that much. What to do?

I always use to get period cramps which Is really painful . I feel pain not only in my stomach but also ni thigh and legs area . Now also iam having cramps I feel like I am going to die . I can't tolerate it.

Painful cramps during periods can cause vomiting on second day of period ( just only one time) ?? Please response??

My period cramps have been very painful and I have fainted because of the pain several times. What should I do?

Hi, is there any medication thati can take for period cramps, as they have become really painful and are there for longer duration which makes it difficult for me to do my job effectively

Hii doctor..................... please suggest some medicine for period( abdominal )cramps...Thankyou...

Before a week to 10 days of my period, I get really bad cramps. Such bad that I end up waking up in the middle of the night to apply heat pads. Need a solution for this or any medicine that can help. Regards

My last period on 10th jan and unprotected intimacy on 21st thn took ipill after 18 hrs of intimacy ..but its about 13 days no bleeding come...?? M I pregnant?? Mild cramps on 31 jan to 2 feb thn it stops what is this. ??

I usually give my 17-year old daughter Paracetamol or Cyclopam for period cramps and avoid Ibuprofen as she has hay fever and allergies. But she took an Ibuprofen at a friend's house and says it has given her a lot of relief. Is it okay to give it to her? Thanks

My teenage daughter 17 years old suffers from period cramps every month on the 1st day of her menstrual cycle which affects her day activities. Her friends have suggested her to take Brufen tablet. But I am unsure of how safe is it to give without any doctor advice. Please suggest any remedy for it.

My last period was on 3rd December and always have regualr periods. But i missed periods this month and have period like cramps on the right side of my abdomen. What is the reason.

I have so much white discharge and creamy milk discharge many times even before and after period My periods lasts for 7 days and sometimes it's so painful

I'm having severe period cramps...what should I do?? I never experienced it...but this time it is unbearable

On first day of My period suddenly my period stops and painful cramps starts it lasts for 5-6 hours or until I take pain killer. And everything is OK but on the first day of my period the pain is so painful. What to do?

In past I always used to get cramp and stomach pain during period. But since couple of months only on day 1 getting very light cramps. And after that not getting any pain at all. But still I bleed for 4 to 5 days. Is there any concern in this or it is normal?

Hello doctor i face pre menstrual cramps before one week every month. I did check up everything is normal . It pains horrible please suggest something Thanks

I get so scanty period flow just for 3 days hardly and its so light along with pelvic cramps since I stopped taking ocps after curing the cyst in rt.ovary. Could it be due to decreased hormonal levels or just imbalance? I never had such issues before taking the pills.

Do we get period cramps and white discharge during pregnancy. My pregnancy is still not confirmed but my date was 24th May.

My doctor prescribed me to take regesterone for 21 days after very heavy bleeding.But I am experiencing period like cramps in abdomen while taking tablets .is this normal ?

My periods start 2 days ago. I am having painful cramps since yesterday. I am not able to do my work. Please suggest what should I do to have relief.

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I have taken priminor tablet for 2 days(morning -evening)to delay my periods,my periods came after 3 days of completion of tablets...but there is heavy bleeding with abdominal cramps..is it normal ?

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