Question about periods (Guys, don't read. ;) )

**Jenny** · 07-23-2002, 12:49 PM

Ladies, what meds (if any) do you take for cramping and bloating?

I'm SOOOO tired of that this month! Normally, the bloating happens before my period, but not this time. blah.

**JG2004** · 07-24-2002, 11:58 AM

Basically i'm always trying stuff but most of the time ibuprofen works pretty good (well if you take enough of any of the meds it usually works) I'd have to agree with you i'm just about sick of it this month too.

**TimeKeeper** · 07-25-2002, 10:18 PM

Ingest enough Calsium and Potassium piror to the initial period will reduce muscle contraction and promote sodium digestion from your daily diet. Usually Yogert is a great natural supplement for muscle relaxation. (start taking at least a cup of Yogert, Dannon is good, 5 days before the period will help.)

Oh, I am definitely NOT a female.

**asianbabae** · 07-26-2002, 06:11 PM

Midol works for me and I only need to take one tablet
for that month. Taking a tablet once a month doesn't hurt.
Another way to remedy the problem is drink a little alcohol to
get your blood running in ur system. I think the pain is caused
by blood that is clogged. It works for me so try it out.

**JG2004** · 07-26-2002, 08:18 PM

Originally posted by asianbabae
Midol works for me and I only need to take one tablet
for that month. Taking a tablet once a month doesn't hurt.
Another way to remedy the problem is drink a little alcohol to
get your blood running in ur system. I think the pain is caused
by blood that is clogged. It works for me so try it out.

I wish that was the case...doesn't work for me.

**chrissy** · 07-30-2002, 11:41 AM

Naproxen, Prozac and a vitamin for joints (glycer-something or other)

Works for me

**jujubees** · 07-30-2002, 12:05 PM

I take advil for the cramps, and I stay away from salty foods. Hate that water retention.

**Stylish Sushiboy** · 07-31-2002, 10:15 PM

.....................................
......I LIKE PERIODS............
.....................................

just kidding.

**hang10wannabe** · 08-04-2002, 01:19 AM

hehehe it says dont read, but if u look... theres 7 replies and like 143 views... i wonder if those were ALL women ... hmmm

**IntegraTypeR** · 08-09-2002, 01:40 AM

trying doing crunches...it helps a lil bit

**latingirl** · 08-09-2002, 05:01 PM

I usually take 800mg Motrin and curl up under a bunch of blankets and cry once a month (I have a low tolerance to cold when I'm on "it").

The crunches do help some, too.

**ShortStack** · 08-15-2002, 02:19 PM

I use Motrin for the pain as well, but take smaller doses. I swear, Motrin is the best pain reliever!

I unfortunately get bloated too, and I usually just suffer through it. I try to eat well during my period and stay away from spicy foods. Also, get enough sleep! And stay away from those things we call men, they get extra annoying and I swear it makes my periods worse. Heh.

**Jenny** · 08-15-2002, 02:21 PM

Originally posted by ShortStack
And stay away from those things we call men, they get extra annoying and I swear it makes my periods worse. Heh.

Very true

**hang10wannabe** · 08-15-2002, 02:32 PM

Originally posted by Jenny

Very true

**latingirl** · 08-15-2002, 02:44 PM

Originally posted by hang10wannabe

You sure do spend a lot of time in this forum.

**hang10wannabe** · 08-15-2002, 02:51 PM

Originally posted by latingirl

You sure do spend a lot of time in this forum.

pretty scary huh?

nah it just poped up when i checked my user cp and i was like

hmmm what could this be...

hey u spoke to me!

**nickel** · 08-15-2002, 07:00 PM

EXCEDRIN is the bomb! it does the trick for me and fast.

**DankNstickY** · 08-29-2002, 08:45 PM

Originally posted by hang10wannabe

hey u spoke to me!

hahaa.... yeaa... they cant stay away from us.

**tweeteresa** · 09-03-2002, 02:48 PM

i don't get cramps during THAT time of the month...but i do get lower back pain.

any suggestions?

**ShortStack** · 09-13-2002, 08:46 AM

I get lower back pains as well. And again, I take Motrin for all pain and it works. Very powerful stuff.

**Hiro** · 09-19-2002, 05:08 PM

Originally posted by ShortStack
I get lower back pains as well. And again, I take Motrin for all pain and it works. Very powerful stuff.

or massages help a bit.

**kain9i6** · 10-16-2002, 02:15 PM

I don't use meds.. I just put earplugs in and I don't have to worry about periods.

j/k.. I salute you women on what you have to put up with..
Damn.. pregnancy, men and periods.. that would be way too much for me to handle.

**JustAPotato** · 10-16-2002, 03:38 PM

No pills for me~* I just rub on alot of Extra Strength Bengay~~ it really works -- but get the unscented kind.

**Jenny** · 10-16-2002, 10:17 PM

I was feeling really gassy & bloated today (I know, I know, you all wanted to know that...). Anyway, we were about to drive 6 hours (3 there, 3 back) to meet my dad halfway so my son could spend 3 or 4 days with my parents. I was NOT looking forward to the trip.

My hubby went to the store and bought some Gas-X. I took 1 a few minutes before we left and then again during the trip after dinner, and I felt incredible! SOOOOO much better!

**kain9i6** · 10-17-2002, 12:18 PM

Originally posted by Jenny
I was feeling really gassy & bloated today (I know, I know, you all wanted to know that...). Anyway, we were about to drive 6 hours (3 there, 3 back) to meet my dad halfway so my son could spend 3 or 4 days with my parents. I was NOT looking forward to the trip.

My hubby went to the store and bought some Gas-X. I took 1 a few minutes before we left and then again during the trip after dinner, and I felt incredible! SOOOOO much better!

No disrespect meant at all.. but I'm having mixed feelings on your post.. Being a man.. (Man=anything having to do with farting is funny).. I want to laugh.. but then.. eww...

Is it it possible to laugh:gag:laugh ?? like.. I know it's sick.. and I'm gagging, but I think I'll laugh anyways??

**Jenny** · 10-17-2002, 01:34 PM

Nah, wasn't that bad.

Scott was thankful that all the gas came out the attic and not the basement.

**JustAPotato** · 10-17-2002, 01:50 PM

kain~~~

**Jenny** · 10-17-2002, 04:29 PM

hahaha

Nah, I laughed at what kain said. It was funny to me & Scott too.

**kain9i6** · 10-17-2002, 06:55 PM

[blush]sowwy[/blush]

**gotwater** · 11-13-2002, 02:22 PM

Originally posted by Jenny
Ladies, what meds (if any) do you take for cramping and bloating?

I'm SOOOO tired of that this month! Normally, the bloating happens before my period, but not this time. blah.

awww... what a cuute baby picture!!!!!!