Period pain

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Donna France — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:07:29 GMT

im very lucky that the pain I get is mangable with painrelief and exercise, if find walking really helps.

but I have just started taking these tablets for the heaviness of the flow, I noticed a difference last month (the 1st time ive taken them) and the Dr says it sounld get better over the next few months. They can be bought over the counter but cheaper on prescription.

but be warned the tablets are huge!!!

http://www.chemistdirect.co.uk/femstrual-500mg-tablets-tranexamic-acid_1_177616.html

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F1chick — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:43:50 GMT

This is all really interesting! (but rubbish so many of us have problems!)

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Kerry Spain — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:35:20 GMT

[quote user="Caro Laithwaite VN,"]

Kerry info on the patch l put the full search set up on here for you it is hormone as opposed to pill/coil/diaphragm etc

To be honest cleaning the mooncup isnt a problem once you get the hang of it no messier than the tube on a string.

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Thanks I shall have a good gander at that later

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Dippy — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:22:03 GMT

Don't think mine was as far gone as yours by the sound of things although I also had cervical ectropion. Both were sorted by surgery and seem to have been pretty much under control since, hence me opting for the Mirena coil previously as I was told this is one of the best forms of preventing recurrence. Time will tell whether anything changes now I'm back on the pill!

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kaz84 — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:03:28 GMT

Aww dippy, sorry to hear that :( It sucks having endo! even after sx, I still have my good days and bad, however Im more positive about the whole situation because I now know what I am dealing with, how to treat the pain and deal day to day. :)

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Dippy — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:38:50 GMT

Kaz84 - Your case sounds very similar to mine!

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kaz84 — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:04:33 GMT

Thats horrible Kerry! You shouldn't have to endure that amount of pain EVERY month. For years I had exactly the same symptoms as what your suffering, it got to a point where I experienced the pain every day of the month. It was crippling and I couldnt walk or even go to work. It got to a point where I couldnt get out of bed and ended up at A&E were doctors misdiagnosed me. After a huge amount of testing ie ultrasounds/MRI, Cat scan contrast studies, xrays I still didnt have a diagnosis for my condition. The only way was if I had an exploratory laparotomy and finally I was diagnosed with Endometriosis. I had so much scar tissue in my pelvic region/intestines it all had to be removed. the unfortunate thing with this condition is that is comes back, if you don't have children/conceive. The thing is there is no quick simple blood test or scan that will show up this condition, it is only by visual inspection that it can diagnose and surgery to treat. After they recommend a contraception to help with limiting the cell regrowth and pain relief. So the pill and the mirena coil are highly recommended. Exercise is another important factor, I found if I didnt do any, I would go stir crazy in the mind, keep your self busy and get out of the depressive state. I would highly suggest that you see a gynaecologist to talk about contraception and treatment for your pain. So sorry for the long rant, however Endometrosis is a condition that isnt really publicised, i only just found out about it when I was diagnosed. It is a hereditary condition and studies now indicate that it affects 1 in 5 women aged between 18-35. If you catch it early you have a a low chance of having infertility issues.

I wish you all the best :)

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Caro Laithwaite VN — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 21:48:17 GMT

Kerry info on the patch l put the full search set up on here for you it is hormone as opposed to pill/coil/diaphragm etc

To be honest cleaning the mooncup isnt a problem once you get the hang of it no messier than the tube on a string.

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Julie-Anne Wilson — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:38:16 GMT

[quote user="Kerry Haigh"]

The only thing which works is preemptive Ibuprofen but because I'm not so regular I can't predict when to take it... *SIGH*

Shoot me now!

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That was always my problem. I had Naproxen from doctor but it worked best if started a couple of days before but I could never guarantee the dates I would start so therefore ..... it didn't really do much.

I looked up the Mooncup thing and I have to say, I don't like the look of it. I don't like the thought of having to empty it, urgh.

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Kerry Spain — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:29:23 GMT

oooh a patch? Is it a hormone thingy or analgesia? and thanks

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Caro Laithwaite VN — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:20:49 GMT

Kerry l am going to look into the patch you may do to look into that replace every week just sticks on.

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Kerry Spain — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:01:28 GMT

I suffer every month with bloating, severe cramps, vomiting, diarrhoea, headaches and mahoosive mood swings. I've even ended up in A&E because someone has found me collapsed on the floor in a heap. Some months are worse than others, I have tried about 6 differnet pills and they all leave me feeling worse than before. The sife effects have ranged from headaches, nausea,vomiting, constipation (which once lead to a rectal tear... yes ouch!) skin rashes, dizziness sore and dry eyes and whatever else you can think of.

I can't risk the injection as I'd be screwed for the next 3 months if it didn't suit me, the implant goes out of the window also because I can't remove it easily. The thought of a coil knocks me sick, so again no way am I putting myself through that.

...and so I carry on every month with the same old S#1T. The only thing which works is preemptive Ibuprofen but because I'm not so regular I can't predict when to take it... *SIGH*

Shoot me now!

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Katie Mansfield — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:56:24 GMT

[quote user="F1chick"]And yes, it is rubbish being female![/quote]

No it's not!!!!! I wouldn't change it for the world

There's no way a bloke could get a day off just by saying "man's troubles"..... Or get the car fixed by a stranger at the side of the road cos you were looking helpless, or bags carried up a flight of stairs cos you puffed at the bottom, or free drinks in a pub cos you smiled, I could go on...... being female has many advantages

K x

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F1chick — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:35:30 GMT

I looked up about mooncups yesterday and I just don't fancy it. Maybe I'll change my mind later, but IDK.

And yes, it is rubbish being female!

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Caro Laithwaite VN — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:46:17 GMT

I love my mooncup best money l spent for a long time when l bought that

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louise170388 — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:52:35 GMT

I had horrendous periods, i'd be in agony for days, close to tears, throw up, feel faint, really heavy (pretty pic i;m painting of myself here

Anyhow, a dr advised me to have the mirena coil. I've never had babies, and i too almost passed out and threw up when having it put in, then spent 5months in constant agony, worse than my period pains. After having it checked it was more comfortable so maybe it wasn't sitting correctly all that time but I don't think i'd ever have one again. Now I still get cramps every few weeks, but no real periods.. and the pain is bearable. My friend also knows somebody who had a coil that broke inside her

Its RUBBISH being FEMALE sometimes!

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jamie — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:05:44 GMT

I love that this post has had so many replies!!

Wont cure all but using a mooncup has definately helped ease the cramps during been using it for 7 years and swear by it. Saves money too cost £20 and thats it sterilise/boil it yourself and away you go :)

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Katie Mansfield — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:04:01 GMT

[quote user="Caro Laithwaite VN,"]

Think l would like to meet this cheerful person l am in need of de stressing and by time l finished with him l think l may be so nice and mellow... l can not say the same for him though.

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remind me never to upset you, Caro.....

K x

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Caro Laithwaite VN — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:06:51 GMT

Think l would like to meet this cheerful person l am in need of de stressing and by time l finished with him l think l may be so nice and mellow... l can not say the same for him though.

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Sal the 1st — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:50:12 GMT

thank you - he might take more notice coming from another vet. I used to work for a boss like that - I dont usually wish anybody ill but I have to admit to feeling somewhat pleased when a horse rolled on him.

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Gillian Mostyn — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:40:26 GMT

I have replied....I feel better now!

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Sal the 1st — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:26:20 GMT

now there's a thought

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Gillian Mostyn — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:22:06 GMT

hahahahaha

I could manage a pencil case, let alone a pencil! Do you think vets need to pass the test too?

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Sal the 1st — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:16:32 GMT

aha so thats what he meant by the pencil test - and there was me living up to the dim female stereotype

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Gillian Mostyn — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:14:54 GMT

Me too. I would use a pencil to stir his tea, but might clean out the u-bend with it first ....!!!