How To Deal With a Heavy Menstrual Flow
- October 15, 2009
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Writer
Annette_Stierwalt
Music
Todd Mazierski
Voice Over Artist
Tiffany Baker
When it’s that time of the month and a heavy period interferes with your lifestyle, it’s time to take action.
You Will Need
- Extra sleep
- A record of your period’s intensity and frequency
- A doctor
- Ibuprofen
- A low-fat, high-fiber diet
Step 1: Get rest
Get extra rest if your bleeding is severe and disruptive to your normal schedule or lifestyle.
Step 2: Record information
Record the number of pads and tampons you use so your doctor can determine if the amount of bleeding is excessive.
Step 3: Replace aspirin with ibuprofen
Avoid aspirin because it interferes with blood clotting. Ibuprofen is often more effective than aspirin in relieving menstrual discomforts.
Step 4: Adjust diet
Adjust your diet to lessen the effects of a heavy menstrual cycle. Studies show a low-fat, high-fiber diet reduces menstrual cramping.
Limit your salt intake. Also restrict your caffeine, sugar, and alcohol consumption.
Step 5: Seek medical care
Seek medical assistance if bleeding intensifies or is accompanied by excessive pain or unusual discharge.
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Comments (2)
how can you get your period
about 1 year ago by samia
It just happens
7 months ago by imjustme123
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