How To Treat Pain And Discomfort During Periods?

Hi I'm 19 & I was wondering if there was a way I could stop my periods.. They cause me a lot of hassle and the pain is unbearable.. It stops me from going to college, hanging with friends and pretty much being happy.. I'm not sexually active either yet and I'm finding my periods such a nuisance right now.. I'm too embarrassed to talk about it with my local GP cause he's male.. Please help
Megan