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What Causes Prolonged Menstrual Cycle With Severe Abdominal Cramps?
I ve been on my period for 22 days now and I m getting worried. I have sever cramps that hurt so bad it s crippling. No matter what I take to help the pain nothing works and I m out of options. My flow fluctuates from extremely heavy to really light. I ve never been to an obgyn so I m scared and I just want to wait this out and see if it stops. Could this possibly be life threatening or detrimental to my health?
Mon, 27 Jul 2015
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I have gone thru your query regarding prolonged menstrual cycle with severe abdominal cramps . I can understand your concern .
Dear , There can be many factors effecting your period cycle . You have not informed your age which is essential for right suggestion .
As you have described your symptoms , you may be undergoing menupausal stage , if your age is 40-55 years .
Otherwise , there may be other causes as fibroids , cancer or some tumor.I don't want to scare you but early detection is always helpful .
To relieve mild menstrual cramps: Take aspirin or any other pain reliever, you must take these medications as soon as bleeding start. Place a heating pad or hot water bottle on your lower back or abdomen.
Balanced diet including fiber green veges, fruit , Amla in any form all essential nutrients - Vitamins , minerals and antioxidants in natural form , regular exercise, deep breathing , meditation and yoga posture - Butterfly ,Gomukhhasan ,Bhujjangasan are very helpful in removing your problems and restoring your good health .
For your problems regarding your menses, such as shorter cycles, heavier and longer periods, persist , don't sit back , consult your gyne ASAP.
Avoid fried fast foods too much of sugar, tea, coffee ,alcohol , smoking ,stress ,constipation .
Hope this helps solves your query .Take care , All the best .
Don't hesitate to get back if have any further query
I have gone thru your query regarding prolonged menstrual cycle with severe abdominal cramps . I can understand your concern .
Dear , There can be many factors effecting your period cycle . You have not informed your age which is essential for right suggestion .
As you have described your symptoms , you may be undergoing menupausal stage , if your age is 40-55 years .
Otherwise , there may be other causes as fibroids , cancer or some tumor.I don't want to scare you but early detection is always helpful .
To relieve mild menstrual cramps: Take aspirin or any other pain reliever, you must take these medications as soon as bleeding start. Place a heating pad or hot water bottle on your lower back or abdomen.
Balanced diet including fiber green veges, fruit , Amla in any form all essential nutrients - Vitamins , minerals and antioxidants in natural form , regular exercise, deep breathing , meditation and yoga posture - Butterfly ,Gomukhhasan ,Bhujjangasan are very helpful in removing your problems and restoring your good health .
For your problems regarding your menses, such as shorter cycles, heavier and longer periods, persist , don't sit back , consult your gyne ASAP.
Avoid fried fast foods too much of sugar, tea, coffee ,alcohol , smoking ,stress ,constipation .
Hope this helps solves your query .Take care , All the best .
Don't hesitate to get back if have any further query
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