want2learn
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I have started having severe menstrual cramps every month and I was wondering if there is anything natural I can take to help ease the cramping?
Severe cramping is never normal...many diseases like endometriosis are progressive and early detection and treatment is key.Severe cramping can be normal for some women. A person should definitely see a doctor, but more than likely it can be related to age, and at times, hormone levels.
I think the definition of "severe" might vary a bit, too. For someone who has never truly had "severe" cramps, then even normal ones can feel really horrible for them.Severe cramping is never normal...
I get that. Just know that a lot of women believe their pain is normal when often its a symptom of an underlying diseaseI think the definition of "severe" might vary a bit, too. For someone who has never truly had "severe" cramps, then even normal ones can feel really horrible for them.
Vitamins D and E are popular menstrual-cramp-busters. Cytokines (that cause inflammation) and prostaglandins, both of which are said to be the main cause of cramps have been reduced by taking high doses of Vitamin D. I would be skeptical to take high doses of any vitamin, so Vitamin E is a better option out of the two.