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Taking Birth Control For Menstrual Cramps. What Should I Do To Be Able To Have Children?

Hi, my name is Lisa i am currently on birth control due to the fact that i have extremely painful pains during my period. when i am not on it, i am literally on the ground not able to get up because of the pains, i would love to have kids in the future but it worries me that i cant be off of my birth control for more than 4 days without these painful pains occuring. what should i do to be able to have kids. i am 15 years old, 146 pounds and 5 4.
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As per your symptoms, you seem to be suffering from primary dysmenorrhea which is a very common complaint in your age. Causes could vary; they include elevated prostaglandin levels, lack of exercise and emotional stress etc. You should try to maintain your body weight within healthy limits, do some regular exercise, you may also try yoga, try to remain stress free and you can have one of the NSAID group of drugs from 1-2 days prior to the onset of the cycle to 1or 2 days after the onset. It is too early for you to have kids at this age and I advice you to wait until you are 18, as child-bearing at this stage could impair your health. Please have further advice from your health care provider. Good luck.
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Taking Birth Control For Menstrual Cramps. What Should I Do To Be Able To Have Children?

Hi, As per your symptoms, you seem to be suffering from primary dysmenorrhea which is a very common complaint in your age. Causes could vary; they include elevated prostaglandin levels, lack of exercise and emotional stress etc. You should try to maintain your body weight within healthy limits, do some regular exercise, you may also try yoga, try to remain stress free and you can have one of the NSAID group of drugs from 1-2 days prior to the onset of the cycle to 1or 2 days after the onset. It is too early for you to have kids at this age and I advice you to wait until you are 18, as child-bearing at this stage could impair your health. Please have further advice from your health care provider. Good luck.