Thread: Extreme Cramping

What do you guys do for cramps? I am on birth control, got it when I was 12 for cramping. It helps a little. I still curl up in a ball for my 3 days of pain. I use heating pads, herbal teas, meds (my doctor had me try codeine, but I was too tired), and hot baths. Everyone can always tell when I am on my period because I start shaking, crying, sweating hot and cold flashes and I can hardly move. Do you think nettle would help? I don't know if it is only for menopause.

I think you need to see an obgyn. It sounds like you may have endometryosis (spelling???? not sure if that's right...but...) That's what it sounds like. Something is not right, that is for sure. I don't think anyone on here would be able to tell you. You should see a professional......As far as relieving the cramps/pain. It sounds like you are doing everything that you could be doing.