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Posted 5/9/2011 2:20 AM (GMT 0)
i posted a while ago about constant severe nausea.. it has gotten better but still comes and goes. i now think it is my period doing this to me.. about 12 days before i get my period i get crampy, i get headaches, severe nausea, diarrhea, tired, but i cant sleep. i still get nervous that im going to get sick and i think the anxiety makes it worse.. does anyone else think it could be my period doing this now?
if you do think it is my period, do you think birth control will help the nausea and is there any way to make sure its my period before i go on birth control..
Posted 5/9/2011 3:17 AM (GMT 0)
Hi again:) Yeah it sounds like those could be PMS symptoms, especially if the timing is consistent (sounds like it's around the time of ovulation too, which can cause cramping/pinching feelings)

I also get some hormonal things like headaches/migraines, night sweats, ect. I also get a little anxious over these things, which of course is going to make it that much worse!:(

Personally, I had a hard time with nausea while on birth control. For some people is can relieve PMS symptoms, but it was not good for me. You would just have to try it for yourself and see how you do.

I would recommend eating frequent, light meals during this time. Also practicing relaxation/breathing exercises should help your over-all anxiety levels. Some people also use teas and herbals such as ginger to relieve upset stomach.

Hopefully you will hear from others soon who will have some more advice. Hormone fluctuations and anxiety seem to be a pretty hot topic around here lately!

Feel well,
Scaredy Cat
Posted 5/11/2011 12:00 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Emho,

Have you tried taking a Complete B vitamin B Complex? I used to suffer really bad with these symptoms just before my period, and since taking these it have seemed to calm it to a level I can deal with. Obviously check with your doctor first, but lack of most of the B vitamins can cause these symptoms.

Starfish :)
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