Ever thought why we are more likely to get a cold when we are PMSing or when we are actually on our periods? You feel shivers, get an upset stomach, and run to the loo more often to pee. It sure concerns you whether all of this is normal or it’s just you, right?
You go around asking your girlfriends if they also experience the same while they are chumming, but no answer will ever come as a relief till you hear it from an expert. In this case, you need to know it all from a gynae who can put all your worries to rest.
We got in touch with Dr. Sushma Tomar, Obstetrician and Gynecologist, from Fortis Hospital, Kalyan to tell you all about the causes and how to deal with it.
Premenstrual Syndrome is not a disease
First and foremost, it’s not a disease. It is an Endocrine Disorder that is caused due to changes in the levels of the progesterone hormone. Dr Sushma explains: “Symptoms of this can be brought under control if you exercise regularly, avoid coffee and other caffeinated drinks, consume small frequent meals, reduce consumption of salt, follow meditation or yoga, and use a hot water bag over the tummy to bring relief. Following these small tips help you tackle the symptoms. To further lessen the impact of the symptoms, you may take vitamins like Primosa oil tablets, Vit E, and Vit B Complex.” Do speak to your doctor to understand the dosage and duration of medication. Don’t self medicate.
Adverse effects of popping painkillers for menstrual cramps relief
“Anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen, Diclofenac, and Naproxen can provide relief from pain, but sometimes they have side effects like acidity and nausea,” says Dr Sushma. So, you should speak to your doctor to get the right dosage. If you are allergic to certain medicines, tell your doctor about it. “Don’t take pain killers for a long period of time or to tackle extremely minor discomfort,” added Dr Sushma.
Popping painkillers can harm your body in ways more than you can imagine
If you have any side effects with your painkillers like allergies, rash, itching, blistering, trouble while breathing, you should inform your doctor immediately. Dr Sushma suggests: “Sometimes, it may impact your liver, causing yellow urine, decreased appetite, yellow eyes, upset stomach–this too should be reported to your doctor. Sometimes these medications may also induce sleepiness, nervousness and hyper excitement.”
Some tips to keep in mind while having painkillers:
1. Avoid consuming alcohol along with pain killers.
2. If you’re taking any medicine like Warfarin (a blood thinner), inform your doctor about it, so your medicines can be altered to fit your requirements.
3. If you are planning your pregnancy or breastfeeding, inform the doctor. All painkillers should be taken after a meal with a glass of water, and only when really needed.
4. A hot water bag massage helps a lot to alleviate mild pain.
