here's another,i've always had extremely painfull period pains. i get so sick i think theres someting wrong
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Yes, period pains that bad are not typical.  You need to go to the OBGYN & probably get on the pill.
514999
Pregnancy is not a cure for endometriosis!!!\n\nFor me it's extremely painful cramps during my period.  I used to basically pass out.  Also, during the rest of the month I have pain on my lower right side.  I can really feel it when I walk.\n\nI also find that I am tired all of the time.  I think that it is related but there is no way to know with absolute certainty.\n\nNausea and vomiting especially right before and during my period.\n\nBowel problems.  This is also more pronounced right before and during my period.
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If you are sexually active, you may be having a miscarriage.  If not, it sounds as though your painful periods may be due to endometriosis.  Your Dr will be able to diagnosis you.  If it is  endometriosis, there are treatments that can help you.  If left unchecked, it can lead to fertility problems down the road.  Please don't suffer any longer and go to a Dr for help.  Periods should never be this painful.
657370
first and foremost i need to tell you to see your doctor cause it can always be something serious. If it is menstrual pains take pamprin(it works well)if it is bowel related(are your movements normal)take a stool softener and see it that helps things along a bit. If its not either of the two mentioned see your doc, it could be your appendix or gall bladder, which may need medicine or surgery to fix. Good luck!!!Feel better soon.
858036
I am very sorry to hear you have endometriois. I was diagnosed with it when I was 16. I am now 24 and let me tell you, its not the most fun thing to deal with. Periods for me are very painful every month, I have pelvic pain also associtated with this now. The other people who answered were right, there is no cure, and you do have a timeline of if and when you can get pregnant. At 24 my timeline has passed, and I will never be able to bear my own children. Every case of endometriosis is different. You really shouldn't stress out over it. When you see your Dr. make sure to ask him/her ALL the questions you have. When I was first diagnosed they put me on birth control, pain pills, hormomones and testerone. But like I said it effects everyone differently. I wish you the best of luck and hope you get to feeling better soon. I sincerely feel for you.
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Take anti-inflammatory tablets like ibuprofen regularly. Stronger painkillers like codeine are pretty good as well. If you have really bad period pains, see your doctor, who can put you on mefenamic acid which is very effective in reducing both pain and bleeding. You could also consider going on the contraceptive pill, which tends to make periods lighter and less painful. \n\nOther, less chemical suggestions, would be to try to do some gentle exercise - I know it's the last thing you feel like doing, but it really does help. Heat pads, hot water bottles etc can be helpful as well, as can a hot bath. \n\nOne last suggestion........I've heard ;) that masturbating can really help with period pains!
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You may have endometriosis.  You need to see a GYN.  If you need to have a laprascope to find out if you have endo then have it.  Endo causes a great deal of period pain.  I know I had it.  I went years without knowing what was wrong. They first put me on the pill and that worked for awhile but unknowingly the endo got much worse.  You can check out endo on webmd or anyother medical site.  Please check it out.  Pain with periods is NOT normal.  We have been taught to believe that and it is not true.  Don't settle girl, get help.  In the meantime, try heat, elevate your legs or curl up like a baby, do not take aspirin, sometimes having sex before your period helps (don't know why, but it does), pain medication was a must before I had my surgery to get rid of the endo and then medication after surgery to try to make sure it didn't come back.   Good luck
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Oh, honestly, I get so sick when I hear about doctors disregarding severe menstrual pain with "You need to go on birth control."\n\nBirth control helps a LOT of women, and I wouldn't necessarily give up on it (unless you are trying to get pregnant, obviously) but it is not a universal cure for what ails you.  It conceals your symptoms... it does not treat the underlying issue.\n\nUnless you have a diagnosis for why your periods are so difficult (Endometriosis, PID, Ovarian Cysts, Fibroids... lots of options, and it's not possible to diagnose over the web) then your doctor should not be just dismissing your problems with "birth control" as if that is the only cure.  What you need to do is to see a new physician who respects you.
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You NEED to see a doctor. \nYou could have an ovarian cyst or some other problem. It could lead to infertility. \nThe doctor is really not so bad, it's only scary the firsty time because you don't know what to expect. Go with your mom or someone else who will make you feel comfartable and has been through this before. If the cramps are really that bad the doc can prescribe something or put you on the pill. The pill will regulate your period and reduce the pain, if you take it for a while even after you stop you period will be more regular and not hurt as much as it did before. I know about painful periods, Trust me, the pill was the only thing that helped.
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Depends how old you are. I took my teenage daughter to the doctor's as her periods are very irregular and he said it's normal at her age for them to be erratic. Perhaps you should visit your doctor and check there is nothing wrong? If the frequency and/or severity of your periods bother you, there is the option of going on a lose dose contraceptive pill to regulate your periods and reduce the pain. If it's only happened this once I really wouldn't worry. I've not heard of the weather affecting menstruation but apparently the moon can. I'd talk to your doctor if you're really worried if only to put your mind at rest x x
830505
Getting your period is your bodies way of getting rid of placenta that was never used to carry a child.  The pain you are experiencing (they say but I dont believe them) is your bodies way of preparing you for child birth.  If you are that uncomfortable, I would talk to your doctor because you could have endometriosis.  I had that and had to have a hysterectomy.  I couldnt stand the pain and got just as sick if not sicker than you.  I truly feel for you.  Talk to your doctor and have him run the tests.  Get things ruled out.  I will keep you in my prayers.  I really feel for you.
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If you weren't having a killer cramp, I would say that you might have an anxiety disorder.  It really sounds like you should see a doctor because there are a lot of things that can present those symptoms. Can you tell me where the cramp is? I have many medical books or you might want to research it on a medical website.
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I had really irregular, painful , heavy periods. i went to my doctor and she told me that i should go on birth control pills to help regulate all that. It has helped. Before when i had serious cramps, I used to lay on my back and put a pillow or a towel under my lower back. i have also found out that when i started exercising regularly, the cramps where not as bad when i had my periods. good luck and i hope you find some relief!
98537
You absolutely need to see a doctor!!!  This is not normal.  I had heavy periods but never like that.  Could you have been pregnant?  If so, it could be a miscarriage - but either way - GET TO A DOCTOR!
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You may have what is called endometriosis - it's a condition where uterine tissue grows in places other than the uterus, and it can cause very painful periods with extreme cramping.\n\nI have this, and what has worked for me is going on the pill continuously - I don't take the sugar pills so that I don't have periods anymore.  This has made my life a lot easier; before, cramping was so bad that I would have to take sick days because I physically couldn't get out of bed.  \n\nIn terms of a short-term fix, maybe the school nurse would let you rest in his/her office?  If you've already taken advil/midol, there's probably not much else you can do.  Good luck!
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Talk to a doctor. You don't have to suffer. Your doctor can prescribe something for the cramps and PMS.
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hmm, I would see you GYN. It could be a few things from irritation, something major. Go to your doctor