What's the best medicine for severe dysmenorrhea aside from pain killers?!
Question:
What's the best medicine for severe dysmenorrhea aside from pain killers?
I usually lose consciousness during my first day if I couldn't take pain killers. I already tried consulting but the OB just gave me more painkillers and vitamins. I tried them but when I stopped still I suffered a lot. I don't want to be dependent with synthetic drugs. Please help...Thank you.
Answers:
Hi Angelita, "dysmenorrhea" - menstrual cramps are dull or throbbing pains in the lower abdomen is very unpleasant condition but you need know that this often disappear after pregnancy.
During menstrual periods, your uterus contracts to help expel its lining. Prostaglandins, hormone-like substances involved in pain and inflammation, trigger the uterine muscle contractions. No one knows for sure, but many experts believe that prostaglandins are the direct cause of primary dysmenorrhea.
Some women find relief through massage, yoga or meditation, all stress-relieving activities that may help to lessen pain and aren't likely to harm you. Some women find acupuncture helpful for pain relief.
Also Gingerroot tea can relieve menstrual cramps. Simmer handful gingerroot, cut in slices for 15 minutes. Let it cool to drink later.
Calcium helps to prevent menstrual cramps as it maintains the normal muscle tone.
Magnesium increases body's calcium absorption capacity, therefore reducing menstrual cramps. Foods that possess properties are beans, whole grains such as buckwheat and whole wheat flour, salmon, shrimp, tofu, vegetables and nuts.
Cramp bark (Viburnum opulus) is one of the most ancient and useful herbs used to treat menstrual cramps. It helps in easing severe cramps that causes nausea, vomiting and sweaty chills.
But your doctor for my glance has assigned very efficient treatment.
Jason Homan