Something I posted on twitter but can help ladies that suffer like me :)

So what's primary dysmenorrhea? It's a physical disorder that causes EXTREME cramps in the absence of other disorders such as PCOS, endometriosis or fibroids. I'm about to turn 18 and have been suffering with this for about 7 years.

🍒 2 weeks before your period cut any unhealthy sugars/caffeine/dairy this can influence cramps

🍒 HYDRATE YOURSELF!! Raspberry tea and Chamomile tea helps a lot too especially if you prepare yourself two weeks ahead.

🍒 have a heating pad or something warm, like a water bottle, to warm the area that is in pain. Heat promotes blood circulation and helps your cramps end faster.

🍒 DO NOT STRAIN OR SCREAM. I Know you want too but the end result isn't worth it. This is especially true for gals with Primary Dysmenorrhea as you can waste all your energy and faint.

🍒 Always have someone who you can trust near you during your most painful days in case things go bad and you need to be driven to the hospital. They will likely give you a toradol shot or liquid ibuprofen.

🍒 If you aren't a fan of BC and your ibuprofen isn't strong enough I recommend personally trying out a TENS unit after consulting a doctor. I have primary dysmenorrhea and it has helped me so many live my day-to-day life!!

🍒 Might be obvious but TRACK your period!

🍒 A strong cologne or alcohol can stop nausea. Be careful not to inhale too much because you can become light headed.

🍒NEVER USE ASPRIN TO ALLEVIATE CRAMPS. It's a blood thinner and WILL NOT help.

🍒 If you are pale I beg you to try to eat something with potassium or even a juice.

🍒 Mefenamic Acid has been shown to help with Primary Dysmenorrhea as well ((add info on this pls)) Available OTC

🍒Try getting on hormonal BC it is your best bet to improving your period cramp problems and lighten periods.

🍒 Orgasms can help with cramps. I know, the last thing you would want to do is masturbate or have sex but it's true!

If you have any other tips feel free to add them below and post any questions about YOUR experiences with dysmenorrhea

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