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Menstrual Cramps Home Remedy

Find home remedies for menstrual cramps using natural cures and herbal products.

Jawairia Zafar, OCT
3–4 minutes
Menstrual Cramps Home Remedy

Signs and Symptoms of Menstrual Cramps

Menstrual cramps (also known as dysmenorrhea or period cramps) are pains that occur in the abdominal and pelvic areas as a result of a woman’s menstrual period. The pain can vary significantly from woman to woman, with some cramps being relatively mild to others which are extremely severe.

Mild menstrual cramps are often barely noticeable, and usually only last for a few hours. In such instances, the main symptom is usually just a sense of bloating or heaviness in the stomach area. Severe menstrual cramps, however, usually result in significant throbbing pain in the lower abdominal area (and occasionally the lower back) which can interfere with a woman’s everday activities. In these cases, cramping can usually last for one or two days.

Other symptoms that sometimes accompany menstrual cramps include nausea and vomiting, sweating, dizziness, and loose stools.

Causes of Menstrual Cramps

During menstruation the body releases a hormone called prostaglandins, which causes the uterus to contract in order to help the uterus shed its lining. Researchers believe that this hormone is one of the main causes of menstrual cramps.

For reasons that are still unknown, younger women tend to experience more severe cramps than older women. Additionally, severe cramping tends to decrease in intensity with age, and often disappear after pregnancy.

Other factors that are known to lead to menstrual cramps include stress, depression, anxiety, and smoking. Therefore, reducing or eliminating these risk factors may help to reduce the severity of cramping during menstruation.

Home Remedies and Natural Treatments for Menstrual Cramps

Heating Pads

Many women have found that a heating pad placed on your lower back or abdomen helps to ease the pain and discomfort of menstrual cramps. If you don’t have a heating pad, one can be easily made by filling a sock with flaxseeds or uncooked rice and heating it in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.

Chamomile

Chamomile is widely used to treat gynecologic complaints such as menstrual cramps and discomfort related to premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Add 2 teaspoons of dried Chamomile flowers to a cup of boiling water and let it steep for at least 5 minutes. If you are using a package of Chamomile tea bags, then follow the directions as stated on the box. Honey or sugar can be added for taste. A good preventive measure is to start drinking Chamomile tea a couple of days before you are expecting your period, and then drink at least 2 cups everyday during your period. It also feels great if you use your hot mug as a hot compress for your lower abdomen while you are drinking it.

Vitamins and Minerals

Foods and supplements that are rich in B-vitamins, calcium, magnesium, and zinc have been found to reduce the pain, bloating and other symptoms of menstrual cramps.

In particular, calcium is known to help maintain muscle tone as well as prevent cramps and pain. For most women, a daily intake of 800 mg of calcium is recommended, which can be found in 3 cups of milk. Increasing magnesium is also recommended, since it helps the body absorb calcium. Good sources of magnesium include beans, whole wheat, tofu, salmon, shrimp, nuts, and vegetables.

Regular Exercise

Exercise is considered to be a natural way to reduce muscle tension and elevate one’s mood. Therefore, maintaining a regular exercise program, including something as simple as walking for 20 minutes each day, can help reduce the severity of menstrual cramps.

Ginger Root Tea

Ginger root has been found to help relieve the pain associated with menstrual cramps. Therefore, a simple soothing herbal tea can made from Ginger as follows:

  • Slice a handful of ginger root
  • Let the pieces simmer in boiling water for 15 minutes
  • Using a strainer, pour the tea into a drinking cup or mug
  • Add some honey as a natural sweetener if desired

Medical disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Talk to your doctor before trying a new remedy, especially if you’re pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a health condition.

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  1. Lyn

    I’ve had severe cramps my whole life, which have landed me in the emergency room on a number of occasions. Shaking, chills, nausea, it gets very bad. Recently I’ve addressed some thyroid issues (hypothyroid, tsh 10.5) and as I take the Levoxyl, it seems to be improving quite a bit. Menstrual issues can be a symptom of hypothyroid. Currently my tsh is still being adjusted and is in the 4 range, which is still on the high side of normal and some professionals consider that still in the hypo range. My hope is that they will continue to improve as my tsh improves. I have not had to go to the ER in a year and a half and while they are still miserable, they are manageable.
    What has been working best for me is to take high doses of Motrin regularly during the period (hate this), and try to get to sleep as soon as the cramps start. That helps the relaxation of the spasming. And of course the heating pad. Sitting in a really hot bath with some candles helps… relaxing.. sometimes three times in a day.
    Since starting the thyroid meds, I’ve actually been able to reduce my Motrin take as the cramps have been better and less frequent.
    Hope this is helpful to someone out there.

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  2. Meghan

    I am 23 years old and since I started getting my period at the age of 14, I suffered severe cramping along with heavy bleeding. It was so severe that I was home- schooled because I was unable to function. I tried so many different things from birth control pills to the nuva ring, to the patch, to an IUD, I even had doctors suggest a hysterectomy (at the age of 16). A few years ago I found an herb called lady’s mantle, you can buy it at the health food store in a liquid form (it tastes pretty gross so I also buy empty pill capsules so I don’t have to taste the herb) I use 30 drops 3 times a day when I have my period and it significantly reduces the bleeding and cramps. It was a life saver for me, and I recommend it to anyone who has painful periods. Good Luck!

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  3. k

    thank you all so much for these remedies. i tried some of them and my cramps went away. thanks! 🙂

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  4. latonya mcneill(35 mother) /kaeilin mcneill(14 yr old daughter)

    i have pain in my tail bone then it shoots upward and now my daughter want tell me nothing she just says mom it hurts leave me alone should i throw some chocolate at her my friend said that helped her some and pampering herself

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  5. unknownforsafety

    HELP! Im 14 and i have severe menstrual cramps, and very heavy bleeding…Heating pads and medication kinda help, but not alot. I really want a great way to treat my cramps without medication or drugs. Can you please help me?

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  6. Sarah

    I find that I have very bad menstrual cramps! I can’t eat, work, and can hardly walk for two days! It makes me sick to eat or even think of food. No pills help me, but I have found that the thermal care heat wraps for the neck and back do wonders! The best part about them is you can wear it under your clothes (loose clothing)and no one will know! They last for about 8 hours, perfect for a work day, I encourage women to try it and see how it helps!

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  7. Rosie

    A COUPLE OF THINGS HELPED ME OVER MY 4O+ YEARS OF SUFFERING. EATING A BANANA AND AN APPLE A DAY AFTER 6 WEEKS REDUCED THE PAIN BY AT LEAST 90%. MY DOCTOR TOLD ME TO ALSO TRY VITAMIN B6, NOT A COMPLEX, ONLY B6 AS I HAD POST PARTUM AS WELL AND IT WORKS LIKE A CHARM. I STARTED WITH A PILL EVERY DAY AND NOW IT’S EVERY OTHER DAY AND I CAN HONESTLY SAY IT’S GONE FROM DEBILITATING PAIN WHERE I COULD NOT EVEN GO TO WORK, TO “OH, IT’S HERE AGAIN” NO WONDER I FELT A LITTLE TWINGE – AND NO PAIN LADIES FOR 5 WHOLE DAYS – INCREDIBLE. BANANAS ALSO HAVE VITAMIN B6, SO THERE YOU GO, IT’S A B6 DEFICIENCY THAT CAN ALSO CONTRIBUTE. AND FOR ONLY ABOUT 4 TO 6 DOLLARS FOR 100 PILLS. LET ME KNOW IF YOU TRY THIS AND IT WORKS, TO ME IT’S A GODSEND AS IS MY DOCTOR.

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  8. Michelle

    Kayla that sounds so horrible! I also experience extreme pain during my period that only seems to get worse with age. Anyways, one time I happened to be in the hospital for something else and coincidentally I got my period. The nurses couldn’t believe it and said that I should see a obgyn for the amount of severe pain, bleeding and nausea I was experiencing. They gave me something to ease the cramps and I couldn’t believe how pain free I felt!! Of course my body always feels really weird even if I don’t feel cramping, but they gave me prescription strength ibuprofen. They told me to take it the day before I get my period and continue it through and it works! Anyways, went tot he dr. – ends up I have a polyp on my uterus. It is way too expensive (even through insurance) to have it removed so I’m just going to deal with it for now. Either way the ibuprofen helps! I’m also going to try dong quai.

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  9. Brenda

    I have been using Dong Quai from the health food store for years. Most of the time, I don’t feel any symptoms, and I used to get some of the worst symptoms like dizzy, fainting, sweats and overall feeling bad. Dong Quai has been a miracle worker for me!

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  10. Aline George

    For the ones with heavy bleeding and cramps
    Start on the pill. will make it easier on cramps and will make your cycly much easier.

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  11. Kayla

    My periods were heavy and sore when I first got them, aged 12 (im 25 now), but i could manage. I turned 18 and I swear i’ve never felt pain like it! I have severe diaorreah, vomitting, I can barely think or speak and definately CANNOT stand or walk. I can’t even bare to wear clothes. I am sheet white, hair saturated with sweat and shaking very badly. Sometimes agonising kidney pain. I have tried pain killers, exercise, healthy eating – EVERYTHING, and nothing works. The only thing that seems to help is a hot water bottle, but only to an extent. They only advice I can give is to wear very loose clothing, lie propped up in bed with the hot water bottle, suck on a mint to eliviate the sickness (proven to work), and stick on a girly dvd (pref something with Kate Hudson lol). This for me usually goes on for about 2-3 days while im practically bed ridden. The pain killers I use are Anadin Ibuprofen 200mg. I have just recently in the last couple of months started taking Omega 3 with vitamins a,b,c so hopefully this will help. Last months was PAINFUL, but not the usual, hopefully this time will be better (i will find out in a day or two :S). After all, a hot water bottle can’t help when the dreaded the hot summer arrives. Maybe acupuncture?…

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  12. Angela

    My menstrual cramps and bleeding were so severe I had to miss days from work and school. Motrin nor any other medication helped. Now,three days before my cycle begin I start taking 1 Vitamin C 500mg tablet and 1 Fish Oil 1000mg softgel per day and continue to take them until the end of my cycle. I do not have any cramps and only a very small amount of bleeding. I use “Spring Valley” products that are low cost. IT WORKS FOR ME.

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  13. Jane

    Laying down under a thousand blankets, putting my laptop on my stomach and not moving sometimes works for me. The pressure and heat from the laptop are a great combo, and usually whatever I am doing on my computer distracts me a bit so I am slightly less aware of the war being raged in my uterus.

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  14. Bonnie

    I am suffering from severe cramps as we speak. Mine usually last for 24-48 hours in the beginning and then lessen over the week. My period only lasts for 4-5 days. During the first day or two I can barely eat, i get very bad nausea. The thought of food makes me want to puke. I tend to stick to toast with peanut butter (tastes the same going down as it does coming up). Putting heat on my stomach triggers me to vomit even more so. I CAN NOT have any pressure in that area as well, so I can barely wear clothes. I double over in pain making it hard to walk, triggering more nausea. I don’t take birth control due to trying to have a baby. The only thing that does help when available is FRESH air and cold ginger tea. The tea is disgusting either hot or cold but it works over time (hours). Also calm surroundings. Any one anything else that can help or why these pains are so bad?

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  15. layni

    Like all us women out their I have bad cramps, it feels like one my in sides are falling appart. Also it feels like the #2 is comming along. But it nothing. I been to the doc, but they just say having bad cramps. Take midol. But midol seems to make it worse. I lay down and apply pressure that seems to work for a bit but not for long, same with baths and tea, along with no caffeene. My question is does anyone else have any more ideas. Or what to do I’m sure all of us would love it. Thanks to all.

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  16. Stephani

    If you regularly take 2 Red Raspberry herb pills daily it will not only decrease your menstrual symptoms it will also lighten and shorten your period. I went from full 5 heavy days to about 4 days and after the 2nd day I typically forget I am even on my period because I am symptom free! I had not been taking mine regularly this month and sadly there is a VERY NOTICEABLE difference and it sucks bad! I now have the worse cramps EVER. I buy my pills at Whole Foods but you can get them at any place that sells herbs, even online. Nature’s Way is the best brand!

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  17. Mel

    I have only read some of these, but this is for Allison, and likely many more of you! I too have suffered from really bad period pain. i had several years that I was sick all month! Cramps, diarhoea, achy back and all over, thrush(vaginal and in my mouth), mouth ulcers – you name it I had it. Then finally after many years I was diagnosed with endometriosis! I have had it removed, but it is still taking time to feel nearer 100%. Lucky I have a very supportive husband, who should of walked by now, even though it isnt my fault. Coffee and caffiene is a craving but it does not help, neither does fizzy drink. Electric blanket on full with a few ibuprofen or voltaren and with panadol a few hours after, hot blackcurrant juice with ginger in it can help. Frustrating and unfair I know and the advice to eat healthy and exercise is true, but 50 times harder to get into than other people i reckon!

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  18. Shelley

    I have suffered terrible cramps for years. I finally have them under control after trying every pill on the market. WHAT WORKS FOR ME: Regular aerobic exercise. A week BEFORE your period, take one Aleve a day (or 2 ibuprofen, or whatever) I found a natural remedy at the health food store an herbal rememdy called Cramp Bark Extra, take this while on your period, it really helps. STAY AWAY FROM alcohol and caffeine around your period, these both make cramps worse. Good luck.

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  19. Kristen

    This sounds nuts…. But for years I suffered with horrible cramps. A year ago I became a vegan and to my surprise my cramps went away along with the horrible foods I was putting in my body. My doctor used to have me on a pill called ponstel, which does help also…

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  20. Tananda

    Girls I know an INSTANT remedy for cramps, however I bet less than a 4th of you try it because OH NO its illegal. Marijuana,weed, reefer, green, grass, pot, call it what you will but I will tell you right now that the government is lying saying it has no health benefit. All the other stoney girls reading this are only reading it because they can’t find a sack. Thats right people. I’m not kidding, I’m not lying and I’m not trying to trick anyone. It’s the fastest way to get rid of ANY pain at all. Cramps, nausea, vomiting, headache, insomnia,and more. why do you think its prescribed to help ease the pain cancer sufferers have? Now I know that some of you are moms and I’m not saying you should roll your 11 year old daughter up a joint or load up the bong. Maybe you have a son, sister, some random crazy friend who smokes, You can make tea out of marijuana that I GUARANTEE will stop any pain in its tracks for up to 8 hours. Drinking “green” tea does not caused one to have what we like to call “head highs” in fact is purely a body/ muscle “high” if you will that will give you a feather light sensation and can also help with your mood swings. So next time your doubled up on the kitchen floor about to cut out your own uterus just remember, Reefer relieves!

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  21. Amy

    Hi Al, I looked up bellergal spacetabs on the web. It appears to be a medication for menopausal symptoms.

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  22. al

    To all you ladies out there I feel bad for yous I am on here looking for the girlfriend and her daughter who have bad cramps I was givin some meds from my dr for tummy pains These pills are for women with bad cramps When i looked them up on the computer almost 100% of the women say it changed there lives These pills are called bellergal spacetabs I guess if meds are the way to go look it up then ask your dr They help me with my tummy cramps and sharp pains It might be the miracle Yous need If natural dont work then give them a try god bless yous all good luck

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  23. tina

    hi ladies i have just been reading all your comments and i feel your pain trust me i do i get severe menstrual cramps but i also get the other symptoms too including the hot n cold sweats the diarrhoea the dizziness passing out migraines nausea and vomiting the goosebumps and constant urinating its horrible and men should be able to feel our pain everyonce in a while and although this has kept me home from work many times whilst im at home i find the best way to get rid of the cramps or atleast ease them is find the comfiest place in your house get a nice big polar fleece blanket wrap yourself up in it with a pillow and put socks on, and a hot water bottle make your self really wartm and comfortable a mug of hot chocolate or cuppa tea 2 nurofen every three hours a favourite dvd and just relax if you get tired then to hell with it goto sleep where you are more often than not i wake up feeling so much better and im ready to face the world again until the next month haha try it i think it may help and good luck 🙂

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  24. Chelsea

    Hell0, I have had cramps since I was 16, I am 25 now a friend of mine suggested eliminating all cold food for 5 days before my period and during the first 4 days, this means no cold water too. If I do this I have almost completely eliminated my cramps, I then take midol for the bloating and other pms symptoms

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  25. jessica

    i took like 4 extra strengh midols yesterday and it didnt work my cramps were so bad i cryed my self to sleep and i woke up today and it still hurt but i had to get up and get ready for work so im online trying to find home remedies so yeah….

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  26. Myra

    I’m 18, and I play mellophone in something called drum corps. My cramps used to be so horrible that I’d have to stay home from school and other activities every month, but once I started corps (20-hour workday, tour all summer) the cramps went away like magic! Maybe it had something to do with the endorphins. I don’t know. Of course, not everyone can do this, but for all you girls out there who are still eligible…it’s just another reason to go to that audition camp.

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  27. Allison

    Thanks Amanda! I’ll try this next time.

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  28. amanda

    IT ALWAYS HELPS TO DRINK HOT TEA, JASMINE OR GREEN, AND THEN TAKE A MULTIVITAMIN.

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  29. Allison

    I also want to mention that I am a runner. I’ve heard exercise helps ease menstrual cramps, however mine are so severe I can’t run. It feels like someone pumped my abdomen up with too much air and is scraping my insides with a rake. My husband is understanding to a point, but he doesn’t seem to “get” just how agonizing the pain can be. Lucky for him, he’ll never know. Any advice you girls can offer me would be appreciated.

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  30. Allison

    I am 32 and have experienced horrific cramps for about 8 years. For two weeks out of every month, I suffer severe abdominal pain, emotional turmoil, oily skin, breakouts, and nausea. These symptoms increase in intensity for roughly 3 days before my period actually starts. I have chronic insomnia, and menstrual pain makes it literally impossible to sleep, usually the night before the first day of my period. I have tried about 5 different birth control pills, all of which only increased the pain. I had an ultrasound and my doctor said everything looked okay. Midol does not work; I just end up with dry mouth. I lie awake with my heating pad, suffering night sweats so severe that sometimes I have to change my clothes and sheets. The agony can be unbearable and at times I want to jump off of a cliff. Now I try milk, coffee, and ibuprofen…and prayer.

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  31. Emily

    Okay ladies, now I am being totally serious here. A friend once told me that having an orgasm can get rid of menstrual cramps. Believe me, this works. It takes your mind off the of the pain and when you’re done, you feel nearly back to normal!

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  32. Anonymous

    Beth, you can give her Oregano tea. Make Oregano tea by boiling one teaspoon of dried oregano leaves in a cup of water. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes and add honey for taste. Chamomile tea helps too. I find that heating pad relieves pain to a great extent.

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  33. sss

    yoga help to reduce the pain

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  34. Lisa

    When I was in middle school I had bad cramps, one time so bad I was sweating, couldn’t move, and went home from school. I was also very obese and unhealthy…I found that after I cut out most of the crap from my diet (no pizza, mac n cheese, soda, packaged snack crap, chips, fast food, processed food in general) they went away and my period itself is very light now. And I’m still 30-50 pounds overweight. I’m no expert but I really bet most people wouldn’t have cramps if they ate healthily and got some exercise.

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  35. Beth

    My 11 yr old started her period last month. Yesterday she stayed home from school because her stomach was hurting so bad. Then the more I thought about it I realized it was about time for her to start again. Any suggestions, besides pain medication??

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  36. sarah

    I totally feel your pain ladies. I have my period now and its like my clock’s ticking with this horrific pain. I have tried the heating pad method, doesn’t quite work for me. I was surprised to read that dairy products such as cheese, milk and even chocolates alleviate the pain, i always try to avoid eating these things whenever i have my period. I will definitely try drinking chamomile tea from now though im not fond of teas. Thanks for the tips it made me feel better knowing that there are women who also feel this pain and overcomes it…

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  37. sunshine

    doctor ordered me off pain pills for 5 days yesterday. started today. arghhh! Im in pain with no heating pad, so I thought, \\”My laptop gets hot\\” It\\’s on my tummy now. I\\’m not pain free but it definately helps!

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  38. Amy

    Ooooh I feel like I’m about to die. =( Thankfully I had some chamomile tea in my cabinet. I hope it works!

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  39. Dimity

    -Eat strawberries with chocolate

    -Drink cold milk with cookies

    -Stretch and stretch and stretch

    -Take panadols

    -YELL something out loud and sing LALALALLALALA (it helps, trust me)

    -Sit in only one position so the pain wont come as severely.

    -heat pack or hot bath in your at home

    These are the methods I use, but my cramps aren’t THAT severe. So yeah, good luck!

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  40. RAFIEKA

    I HAVE BEEN HAVING CRAMPS SINCE THE FIRST DAY I GOT MY PERIODS,AND THE WORST IS ITS NOT ONLY THE FIRST DAY I GET CRAMPS I HAVE CRAMPS FROM THE BEGINNING OF MY PERIOD TO THE LAST DAY.IM OUT OF IDEAS OF WHAT TO USE,SOMETIMES A HOT WATER BOTTLE WORKS,BUT I CANT EXACTLY CARRY A WATER BOTTLE TO WORK.WHAT CAN I DO OR USE?

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  41. jeanene

    I use Thermacare Heat Wraps (you can use the lumbar or neck one) at work for my cramps. You can hide them under your clothes and they work great! They come in a box and once you open the single packet and expose the heat wrap to air it starts to warm up in about 10 mins or less. They last for about 8 hours. They are not too expensive and you can get them at Walgreens, Target or Walmart. If you buy the neck one you just slap it on your “cramped” area. The lumbar one has velcro but it is too cumbersome in my opinion…makes me sweat…and let’s face it, I am already “leaking” let’s not sweat too and make matters even worse. I hope that helps!

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  42. Julia

    Anybody have any PRACTICAL ideas for while at work? Who uses a heating pad while at work? Who can take a bath at work? Come on!! I am in pain and need releif!! But, I also need to function at work and can’t call in sick because I would like to keep my job and don’t have any sick days. Any remedies for that?!

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  43. Sharma

    Although I’m only 13, I have very severe menstrual cramps, and haven’t found much to help me , I have realised that a piece of fruit helps take away the pain for a couple of hours, But I’m running out of Banananas =S

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  44. leah

    I; like all of you have the worst cramps EVER! if I don’t take aleve at least 2 hours before my cramps start I’m screwed, and I have to wait until the aleve kicks in, believe me even 1 minute with this pain feels like an hour. Cramping during your period is probably the worst pain I’ve ever experienced and I’ve been through a lot! For me aleve and motrin work way better then any perscription narcotic, and I really don’t think taking such strong pills are a good idea when theres more effective options out there for period cramps!

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  45. Jamie Lee

    I am only 14 yars old but i have absolutly terrable period cramps they hurt so bad it fells like some one is scratching there nails in my uterous and they also go up my legs every time they seem to get worse but i have found a few remodies, heat helps me i ether take a hot bath or sit with a heating pad, also fruits that are ritch in potassium help like bananas, ginger or cammamile tea helps, caffine helps so dose chocolate,i also usualy take a combonation of pamperin and advil

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  46. Jamie

    Do like I did and see a competant doctor to diagnose the cause of the severe cramps. Mine was fibroids. After having a procedure called a “ufe” my fibroids are gone and my periods are back to normal. After having cramps that initiated up to 10 Motrin’s at a time, I now take one or two on the first day. So ladies sometimes there is a cause of the severe cramps. Ask your doctor for help.

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  47. tonya

    I have had cramps since I got my tubes tied 8 1/2 years ago. Im 32 and never had them before that time. My dr says its because my ovaries are pissed at me for messing them up. It hurts so bad on the first (like today) that I cant move. I get sharp pains in both ovaries that will almost knock me down and always instintly I double over from the pain. If I dont eat its makes it like 100 times worse. The only thing I have found that helps me is as soon as I feel the pain coming start eating midol 2 at the time every 3 1/2 hours and making sure I stuff myself and keep my stomach full. I dont know why but it seems to help. If anyone has a better suggestion please let me know I will try anything legel.

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  48. Ela

    Those of you who take Tylenol on your period, it isn’t good to do that because Tylenol will take away the cramps-yes, but it stops your period and that’s bad cuz you need to get all of that (the blood)out of you.

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  49. Mandy

    DONT TAKE prescription pain meds for cramps… they are highly addictive. I didn’t word that right, I agree w/ someone about the marijuana, not about the percosets and stuff… not my fortay!

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  50. Mandy

    I am with you ladies. I have been suffering from severe cramps since I was 15 years old. I have tried every prescription med. from my doctor, and all the midols and such and I have found that if I have my heating pad along with 1 advil and 1 tylenol that it WORKS!! I still have the vomiting the very first day, and it just really sucks and it is so uncomfortable. I have to agree w/ “someone” though… and marijuana does help! It relaxing and does ease the pain! Marijuana is also helpful if you have something in your eye and its irritating, a toke a day, keeps the doctor away!

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