Should Periods Hurt? - Causes, Treatments, Medication

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

This is another one of those topics we don’t feel comfortable talking about for fear of judgement, being seen as weak, precious or incapable. How do you tell your boss that you need to take yet more time of work because of your period? How will you catch up with all the school | college | university you’ve had to miss this year? Or how do you explain that you don’t want to leave your house or bed at least once every single month? Is it normal? What causes it? How can you help yourself? I answer all this and more in this video. *Please don't feel ashamed of your body or symptoms. Instead I encourage you all to arm yourself with knowledge and learn what your body or symptoms may be telling you. Seek medical help/advice early. Don't let embarrassment stop you from gaining control of your own health.* *▶In this video:* 00:00 Intro 1:00 Dysmenorrhoea 1:11 Primary dysmenorrhoea 4:02 Secondary dysmenorrhoea 5:10 Causes 5:24 Endometriosis 5:47 Adenomyosis 6:15 Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) 7:34 Diagnosis 8:41 Treatments 9:12 Self care 9:23 Heat therapy 9:55 Exercise 10:41 TENs machine 11:14 Medical treatments 14:01 Hormonal contraception 15:00 When to see your doctor

[@meccaminor]

I wish women got automatic paid time off/ time off from school when they get there period. At least on the first day!

[@thegirlyoudontknow199]

I have PCOD from 3 yrs back suggest me best diet plan I'm from India. please help me sister 😭😭😭😭🙏

[@alynrotoni4388]

Hi i want to ask if it is normal that there are months that i dont have my period and some of the months that i have my period it would only last a day or two is that normal. Im from the Philippines thank you for informations on your video i love all of it.

[@venleyabulado1746]

Can we consider "PCOS" as one of the reason of pain during menstruation?

[@lubnahassan5676]

Can you tell what happens if your face swells and is red also itchy 😘

[@youremad8134]

This needs to be taught in school.

[@maliniras]

I don't really have cramp at the front area but everytime I'm having my period, my back will kill me 6-7 days straight. It's super painful 😣

[@Kai-ki7iq]

Oh trust me the only thong they tell us that we can say napkin and cant go to the nurse you want a hot water not an ice cup

[@aday_withkaci458]

It is in some schools

[@youremad8134]

@@aday_withkaci458 "Some" meaning not enough, sadly.

[@Parshwikaarts]

Yeah you are right should be taught in school

[@nicoleonfeels]

Thank you for addressing the stigma against painful periods! Just because it’s “normal”, doesn’t mean the pain is manageable.

[@Ps-do2si]

So true i went true hell because of it. Because of change of food ITs gone and healthy lifestyle. Im now 38 but my younger years were terrible because of it. When i was 33 it was going away. accupuncture helpt also.

[@sakshi410]

Yes! So many times I have been asked that "This happens every month. Aren't you used to it by now?" Or some girls would say "I am able to bear it, why can't you?" It's seriously irritating.

[@esthernganga4826]

I feel you

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

You're welcome. It's important to raise awareness even amongst ourselves about how menstruation can be a time of extreme discomfort and pain for some women and that having painful periods shouldn't mean that you are viewed as being weak and not able to cope.

[@butohon6980]

Girl you're right. I use to have that kind of painful periods in my teens whereby I just want to take my life just to end the pain, and then u hear people say it's just a period pain and I'm like, mine is not just a period pain,the pain is about to kill me.I use to get scared at that time of the month but when I started having kids,I stopped experiencing that deadly pain,only mild pain that doesn't stop me from going about my daily life. I'm in my late 30's now and when I see anyone going through that terrible pain,I try to help in any way I can because I know its hell.

[@daniellesutherland1674]

I had a man say to me once “you’re not used to your period after 20+ years?!” 🙄🙄🙄 Painful period are a form of torture! 😭

[@engagedwithmusic3420]

Is he serious, how can we be USED to this kind of pain! You are right when you said it is a TORTURE

[@oro-oluwatoromo-thewordoft7339]

It’s like getting stabbed you don’t just get “used” to that

[@farmingasabusiness8351]

Sad

[@ishameemanuela5017]

One will never get used to that pain

[@lethiabrown260]

It is a form of torture.

[@SparklinYoga]

Thanks for spreading awareness on the pain! I have been told for years my pain was normal and after 15 years of horribly painful periods I decided to go for laparoscopy and they removed cysts and endometriosis. I felt I was let down by so many gynecologists telling me everything was normal when it was not

[@nishakattikulam567]

I am 34 and i have been told the same the period pain is normal.. but somehow i don't feel normal.. severe pain, backache, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhoea.. I don't think this is normal yet i am being told this is normal.. i have visited almost 10 doctor regarding the same and they just prescribed me pain killer which is sad.

[@Ohkeh640]

@@nishakattikulam567what pain killers and do they help

[@VenusRoques]

😢, my menstrual cycle pain, is not normal.. The only way, i needed to do is remedy tips..

[@mysteriesuntold3393]

Oh yes I know it all to well all my adult female life really vomiting crippling pain I'm having it right now☹️

[@bigballerk467]

Went through this, changing my diet helped the pain in periods

[@ItsGGi]

I feel like I need to celebrate myself every time my painful period is over ..😭

[@familyfriends1647]

How your painful period is over reply please

[@KingskidAsh]

Seriously ! That's why I go out !

[@ItsGGi]

@@familyfriends1647 I meant when my cycle is done for the month! Not permanently over..

[@mssophienjeri4046]

Same her....since the very first day I started my period and now 😭

[@dread9861]

Omg me to feels like I should have a baby end of thats how bad the pain ia i be sick sweat i be sick so much my enamel at back of my theeth is goin were the acid is so bad olz help

[@rizasomera2959]

Boys always saying we are "overreacting" while they don't even know how it feels

[@AsYouLikeIt_Zendi21]

I recently turned 50 . I’ve never had very serious menstrual pain since after having my four children. My husband ask If it’s really so bad. I snapped and told him I wished two days of period pain on him.

[@tiffanyojiako3899]

So girls do overreact tho

[@tiffanyojiako3899]

@Ai's café。๑ I do have a uterus sooooo. And that was a mistake. I meant some girls overreact. Lol

[@tiffanyojiako3899]

@Ai's café。๑ no actually some DO overreact. I've experienced it. This one girl was pretending her cramps were very painful just to get out of doing a project. She was overreacting and using that as an excuse to be lazy

[@rizasomera2959]

Tiffany Ojiako yep some are overreacting but some are not because we all have different types of pain some experience incredible pain and some not even feeling pain❤️

[@jaquanenglish5997]

My girlfriend was dealing with pain and I felt clueless on how to help. I appreciate you educating on this so I have ideas on what measures to take.

[@Abenahh]

That's so thoughtful

[@blytheaf8855]

you’re a good boyfriend

[@cutieOX]

Nice boy

[@strangerjenzie7522]

YES THANK YOU ARE MY HOPE FOR BOYS YOUR GIRLFRIEND IS HELLA LUCKY KEEP IT UP👏👏👏👏👏

[@lorrismalls4736]

I'm just impressed that you were compassionate enough to see how you could help her! You're gonna be a good husband, if that’s your desire one day. Peace.

[@nafisatsoaga6556]

Hate when people downplay your pain and make it seem like you are being dramatic, thank you for the tips!

[@Wiktoria-ry8vs]

the fact we don’t get shown this in school is so messed up to me, they’re focusing on teaching us about work life but never about ourselves and important things like this

[@GemGirl2009]

Yeah, we learn about a ton of other random crap but we don’t learn about this?!

[@cornchips3285]

My school has talked briefly about periods, but never about cramps.

[@Blessingstevens06]

They make a whole lesson on sex not periods

[@katsukibakugo9536]

@@Blessingstevens06 Well sex is also a very important topic about our bodies, but they should definitely make a class on periods for both girls and boys so the boys and girls that don’t have bad pain won’t be going around saying “oh it’s not that bad” but instead helping the girls that are actually in pain.

[@phatpussytingz1595]

Work life is 10x more important.. How your going to make your money and survive in the world crucial to learn

[@hey.its.carmina]

I am fearing my period because of dysmenorrhea, I literary in bed, curling, biting my pillow, I shout while biting my pillow, I cry to sleep, I want to vomit, I feel so cold but at the same im sweating all over my body. UPDATE: I finally visited my OB I was diagnosed with Endometriosis, she prescribed me some med, and now no more pain :')

[@zipporahchebet7937]

Sorry

[@villagebeautifulnature1843]

This monster has had me for 11years now..

[@rdjunior2762]

Exactly what happens to me

[@msi8311]

Same. My IUD saved my life 11/4/2019, I recommend. Once your period is already this bad, placement is nothing. I had one bad period (72 hours of vomiting, my boyfriend of 10 yrs used to 12 hrs for a day or two puking a month was about to take me to ER) since IUD insertion, but it’s worth it to me. Every one is different. Hope something can work! If IUD is not available hot water on the stomach and drinking can help.

[@prettything6802]

Omg same! It's so painful I think I'm gonna go insane!

[@Megha486]

My first two days are a nightmare, I'm in pain, dizzy, nauseous, and sleep most of the time just to make it a bit manageable. 😭 Edit: I'm so sorry so many of you have to go through the pain 😭 wishing you strength 💪 BTW I went to a gynaecologist and she prescribed me the pill and I'm so happy~

[@foodplus1591]

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[@Puremagic8221]

Same here sister...i can understand what u r saying...

[@kiralove214]

I’m literally the same way and I don’t know what to do

[@naymsp]

I wish I could sleep during the nausea and cramps/pain. I try to but the sleep never works😭😫

[@petagays_world2377]

Same for me

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

OMG I can't even tell you how many times other women judged me and accused me of lying when I complained about my period pain. I got diagnosed with PCOS/PMDD in 2011 and it's a nightmare to deal with. Not only are my cramps debilitating but the pain radiates to my hips, thighs and lower back. I cannot stand straight when the cramps are at the worst and I can hardly walk! Don't even get me started on the vulvodynia pain and rectal spasms!!! (AKA butthole pain). I am pretty much bedridden on the days where it's heaviest. I'm glad doctors like you exist ♥Thank you.

[@vintagebae7258]

I also have same to same as your symptoms on my first day and I have PCOS did something help you? And what is PMDD?

[@mesarypaul5824]

Same 😭

[@holafishingtonpancakes4785]

@@RedRoseSeptember22 that sounds like what I have!

[@PreachTh3Truth]

@@vintagebae7258 PMDD means premenstrual dyphoric disorder. My therapist described it as hormone intensity similar to being super pregnant.

[@Likelyfairy]

Omg it’s sad how other women will judge you on this 😢 what do we gain from lying about the pain 😭

[@missdelaney7340]

People who are able to be her patients are very lucky. I love how much she wants everyone to be informed! We need more physicians like this!

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Thank you! ❤️

[@karentucker2161]

Definitely!

[@annie1316]

I AGREE AND I LOVE IT 😍😍😍

[@ruthhope2842]

@@DrSimiAdedeji good day doctor... I just dropped a message now... Can you PLEASE go through it... Thank you and I also love your teaching and the awareness you bring... God bless you

[@pamelahartfield7575]

For women who have severe abnormal menstrual cycle pain, they should be able to get an excuse letter from their OBGYN doctor to give their employer so they can have time off on those days👩🏾‍⚕️

[@stannetaprospere4301]

And that would just give employers an other excuse to discriminate against women in the workplace.

[@haexan]

I know there is one or more Asian countries that actually allows up to 2 sick days a month for women for this, I just can't remember which country it was right now...

[@bisayangpobrevlogs8183]

@@haexan here in taiwan we have once a month leave and it is called mc leave..

[@rey4243]

@@haexanhere in uae

[@stannetaprospere4301]

@Talksense periods are not a medical illness. Neither is motherhood or pregnancy. But from the point of view of an employer all of these make women less efficient in the workplace. If I, as a small business owner have a choice to hire a woman or man who will not have to be called by a school to come pick up his kids because they're sick, or have to give 3 days off every month because of their period. Or give them modified duty because they're pregnant, or maternity leave after they give birth. The choice then becomes simple. From the point of view of an employer, it looks like women are a liability in the workplace. And mandating days off for periods will just make it all the worse.

[@Nike_707]

When you have school and an important test tomorrow, but the world decided that TODAY was the best day ever for your period to give you the most painful cramps ever....

[@joy4084]

THISS I HATE THAT I HAVE A MILLION TETS THIS WEEK AND I'M USELESS NOW😭😭

[@Abbigale761]

Like I have an important exam tmr and I don't think I'll make it😞

[@cecilia0001]

Luckily I got it during quarantine....

[@iceJJenny]

yep, got 2 final exams and a boat load of work for a project. All due in 2 days yet my period has knocked me on my ass with a lot of pain, meds don’t really help either :/ i guess 30 more years (if i’m lucky) of this until menopause 😒😪

[@みずきさん-g8t]

Ikrrrrrr I m having 1 week exam and literally I got period. GOD DOESN'T WANT US TO STUDY !!😭

[@AKMArt-vj2vi]

Just got diagnosed with hypothyroidism! My period pain has been awful. I throw up and feel like I’m dying. Started my medication for the medical problem today. Watching your videos has helped me understand where I am at!! Also what to do on my own to help. Prayers please it’s going to be a long and truly difficult healing journey 😢❤

[@jenniedarling3710]

I was the same sometimes I nearly passed out from the pian, I kept going to G.P. with my symptoms eventually one doctor did a full blood test, it turned out I had hyperthyroidism.

[@Kagome28100]

I have hypothyroidism too

[@shirleykutzner3249]

Ib prophen before the cramps start has been the only thing that works actually. If I don't get it in me and working before I end up with cycling vommiting syndrome and then only nausea medicine under the tongue gets me to stop and only after I've purged for a full day. 😢

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

I got diagnosed with that at 15 :(

[@NabilaFarheen]

I can feel u as i have the same🥺

[@anonima4117]

My dad would judge me for not going to the gym when i had my period till my period had me puking every 20 min for 12 hours and made my doctor almost hospitalise me bc he couldn’t find out what was wrong with me until my aunt intervened. Now he has a new respect for it :)

[@stannetaprospere4301]

I feel you. I was told there was no excuse for missing gym until they had to literally take me to the hospital. I projectile vomited like 16 times. After that they kind of got it.

[@chichiadams6229]

I go through that 2. I can't workout until my period is done

[@steffi6842]

Glad your Dad came around and has a different view now. I've got a bit of an inverse story. My Mum has had always really painful periods (which I learned later in life), but I'm lucky, it's really not that bad for me. When I was a teenager, she always insisted to give me a written excuse for gym classes, and I was like, naaah, I'm fine, she kept pushing. Each month the same, and as the teenage girl I was, it annoyed me so much . Now, many years later, I'm really glad that my Mum was looking out for me, on a topic that is often taboo. Thanks, Mum!

[@garushia3309]

I had a teacher at middle school who didn't care about I had my period. She just says: Go to EP class, Sports help you take away the pain That was the worst lie ever in my life. In those days at middle school, I had 12 yo when she told me that (I was suffering with period because I was new on that stuff) TILL NOW, that I'm 19yo, I still can NOT do any exercise when I have my period. If i try, next stop is writhing in pain in my bed for hours.

[@aurabenton4030]

For the longest time, I thought I was the only one who vomited. I get almost every possible symptom out there and it makes it difficult as an adult to navigate through the corporate world. I’m finally going to the doctor’s and ask how to relieve nausea. I’m lucky to have a 30 day cycle, but sometimes I get my period early and I can’t prepare. Does anyone not eat or skip certain foods during their period? I found out that I get cramps from constipation and the nausea is from sugar, dairy, and greasy foods, but this is my experience.

[@Introvertsan]

I don't care. I am in pain and if I need time off I will take it. #bye I feel dizzy, exhausted, tired, bloated, a lot of things hurts, sometimes it's hard to concentrate on anything etc

[@figgettit]

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[@Clara-uw2lb]

I spent a lot of a lesson with my head on the desk in pain.

[@Introvertsan]

@MissBttrsctch Exactly, I literally went to do my exams once and I just could not concentrate at all not only was I in pain but my brain was just so foggy, I was in a daze, I couldn't concentrate for the life of me. I couldn't all I tried. I try to explain it to some people and they just refuse to get it. I am in literal pain and various levels of extreme discomfort, my feelings are valid and if I need time off I will take it. That's great, what kind of behind the scene position had they given you if you don't mind me askbv.

[@Introvertsan]

@@figgettit what's that book about?

[@Introvertsan]

@@Clara-uw2lb I can't concentrate on anything so I just get on home and catch up a next time

[@seijiamasawa3346]

If you were my doctor I would feel so comfortable 🥰 Thank you so much!

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Thank you too! ❤️

[@kasia9256]

Me too so well explained in each video

[@Angelika5378]

same. i noticed that most gyns here suck dishwasher. they play down stuff or say that's normal

[@kasia9256]

@@Angelika5378 yes same here. Very disappointed after hearing that I'm reading to much as a explanation for not being able to answer logically question one after another at the same time wanting me singing Pepers I agree for the treatment.

[@khobomodise2663]

Me tooo🇧🇼

[@ekuachrist]

I take Ibuprofen for my cramps and it works exactly as you said. If I take it right before the pain starts and then consistently, I get NO pain at all. However, if I take it when the pain has started or if I miss any of the times I'm supposed to take it, all hell breaks loose😅

[@lugwaniriamillicent9654]

😅😅😅😅😅😅baby gal, this so resonates with me. In my last period I took ibuprofen, when I was in so much pain.....oh gal. I almost called my ancestors😁😁 it started working after giving me pepe for like 1hour.. after that I got the sweetest sleep ever. My goodness

[@ekuachrist]

@Lugwaniria Millicent O that sweet sleep afterwards is the best!🤗 The calm after the storm 😅

[@lugwaniriamillicent9654]

@@ekuachrist sure😁😁 I had to call my colleagues at work that I will be a little late so I could not miss this special sleep package😅

[@seciliakiptoo9539]

I understand ibuprofen can cause more pain, try to see the doctor, I have been taking those periods for 44 years now so please see the doctor to get better pain killers

[@lunahusky7815]

💯!! So true, my experience is exactly the same! If I do NOT take it I can’t even stand on my legs anymore 😖

[@sandyco002]

Watching this while dying from dysmenorrhea. You're beautiful.

[@iamjessiniaa1]

are u alive still?

[@sandyco002]

@@iamjessiniaa1 lol yes I am

[@rushinespeaks_]

This is me now😩

[@puritynyaboke7462]

@@rushinespeaks_ me right now sis is dying

[@ALMAGNZLZ80]

Same

[@lili-mh5sb]

crying for us ladies! im currently watching this as I’m suffering from a very painful period cramps RN. :(( it’s really really uncomfortable and painful, assured that you all are understood and our pain is valid. Oddly enough, watching this brings some type of relief 🥰🥺 thank you!

[@k4ch0w]

Hi there! I am also currently watching this while dying from cramps. I have never experienced pain this bad and for so long. In about 8 minutes I will be reaching 2 hours of pain, so cheers!

[@rasheikamiller2026]

How about you both try hot water bag when feeling cramps trust me it works n simply too

[@cashmeregames8630]

@@rasheikamiller2026 I’m not sure that will work for me I swear I will put my heating pad on one spot and the pain will move to another spot lol

[@terrifyingtortoise5481]

I feel like I’m being stabbed and shot in my back and stomach over and over again😩

[@mmesoma_newlane]

Me 3

[@suemark6934]

My parents don't believe that I'm in pain, I can't expect others to. They think I use it as an excuse the get out of things. For GODS sake I'm in pain once a month they think I complain every single day.

[@rm11713]

but your mom.... I’m confused on how she can think you’re making that up

[@alextroy9202]

Yes me too

[@shruti5801]

I feel you girl. Same

[@BlissfulBluebell]

Same, my mum thought I was exaggerating and it's kinda gross but I had to physically show her how much I was bleeding and how large my clots were to be taken seriously. She took me to several doctors and they would all say the same thing; it's normal to be irregular when periods first start and then send me home. Some prescribed extra strength Tylenol. For the longest time, I was really depressed and defeated about it. At my worst, I had to change my overnight pads every 1-2hrs and wake up 2-3 times a night to switch them. Fever, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, the whole shabang. Definitely not normal. My own research online showed that heavy periods over a prolonged time can lead to endometriosis or worse, cancer cysts. I later confirmed that I'm high risk with my OBGYN and I'm still angry none of those doctors warned me about it.

[@pearlslast]

@@BlissfulBluebell i really hope you get the treatment you deserve. My mom and sister dont suffer from heavy painful periods so whenever i try to tell her i need a doctor they both laugh at me and it can really make me feel devastated. Its been like 3 years since i actually did an ultrasound and they didnt find anything so thats why they think im lying :(

[@maddy6316]

just a 16 min video and yet it taught me more about menstrual pain than all of the health classes in school.. none of our health teachers ever touched on period pain, so everyone goes around saying someone is faking it for attention or for an excuse. i could have really benefitted from at least one teacher explaining even half of this to us back then. without education, we'll continue to be stuck in cycles of oppression. this is just one small example of many. thank you so much for creating all of the content you upload, dr. adedeji!!!!

[@JC-nm5pj]

Im really angry, that my girlfriend tried to bring up how painful her period was to her gynecologist, and she wouldn’t acknowledge it. She just kinda brushed over it. Now im here feeling like I cant do anything to help her.

[@kayla7799]

You’re doing the right thing

[@deggandahir3660]

If you guys don’t mind about having kids or anything, definitely get her some contraceptive/birth control pills. I used to have excruciating period pain and very heavy periods but they helped me drastically.

[@roxannesanantonio7980]

How very thoughtful of you to do that for her.

[@ql2ku]

Get another Dr. I had a female doctor tell me yeah periods suck. Like excuse me I'm 34 this isn't my first rodeo, this isn't normal for me. Going to a doctor with a legitimate concern and being treated like that has got to be the worst feeling. The next doctor I went to was the most down to earth, caring person, who actually listened to my concerns and didn't dismiss anything I said. Some doctors need their license stripped, like I'm glad your good at taking tests and going to school, but they can't even treat their patients like they care. Not all doctors are like that.

[@lovelylatoya3811]

I wish you were my gynecologist! You’re amazing! I’ve been suffering from painful periods since about 25 years old and I’m 39. It’s very depressing .

[@juliandavid9470]

I know of someone who can help you get rid of it

[@lucyeaston109]

Same,i never used to get more than the odd pain here n there til I got to about 30 and it's gotten so bad the last couple years

[@lovelylatoya3811]

@@lucyeaston109 sorry to here that.

[@MannyXO]

I’m a black parent to two beautiful girls. 14 and 9 and I’m 34. Trying to understand here and be the best help I can be. 😊

[@iamimana]

thank you for taking the time to educate yourself

[@obie2538]

I started as a 2nd grader and it is looked over for younger children that it’s actually as painful as it is. If you just can’t find something to help them try the maximum pamprin instead of regular and try heating pad on the stomach instead of back. It tends to help me more directly on my stomach until the pain killers kick in. Drinking Pedialyte really helps also to keep hydrated.

[@ALMAGNZLZ80]

Thank you dad!!!! 😭😭😭💪👍👊💜💜💜

[@elise9405]

😊😊

[@gwen7406]

Few useful things that you may be able to stock for your girls: Periods can make girls a bit anemic so eating nutrient rich food helps with iron levels. I like spinach, kale, finding a way to work dark greens into their diet. Raspberry leaf and nettle teas help since they carry nutrients that help with pain and menstrual hormones. If you can budget to get safe sanitary products, no dyes or scented products. There are also great underwear and alternatives to sanitary products now, let them try everything so they know what works best for their flow and body, everyone is different. Headaches, like really bad headaches can be unavoidable so a soft gel ice pack is very nice for the forehead or back of neck.

[@shukezi3619]

i'm 19 and i literally had no idea that i was having contractions during my period. i dunno why, but it's just very shocking to me. also, this was a very well done video, it was nice to see stuff like pain in the thighs as a common symptom when i've had to deal with it for so long. it sucks that afab people's health isn't just common knowledge for us.

[@emmapaige9064]

Boys always say we’re “overreacting” GIRL PLS U WOULDNT BE ABLE TO EVEN HANDLE THE PAIN

[@freezerbride69]

ikr 😭

[@unechadienne]

Period cramps is like kicking a boy d*** for 20 minutes without stopping😭

[@claudias.7060]

@@unechadienne but make it for 10 days nonstop 💪😃

[@chimkennubbets6899]

@@claudias.7060 yes 😃

[@angelsharp8996]

Trueeee😭

[@monicaandrews5695]

I’m cramping watching this and my period isn’t even on🥴. Thank you

[@aggyotieno]

The fact that this got recommended on the first day of my periods is fascinating

[@litchtheshinigami8936]

2nd day here 😂

[@aggyotieno]

@@litchtheshinigami8936 pretty suspicious 😂😂😂

[@litchtheshinigami8936]

@@aggyotieno yeah it kind of is but eh shit happens i guess

[@wanjiruchege8042]

Same here

[@aggyotieno]

@@wanjiruchege8042 it kind if soothes though

[@Leleche]

Omg! I ALWAYS get pain in my thighs!!! Every month and it aches so much! I'm so happy to know other women feel this type of period pain too! ❤

[@juvred228]

Oh same

[@mesarypaul5824]

Me too

[@Chantieslife]

Seriously I need help😭😭 its 2am and this is the 5th time I've woken up because of the intense pain I'm feeling in my back abdomen and thighs 😭 I'm only 13 I didn't ask for this😭

[@vulcancent774]

Omg same...

[@Chantieslife]

@@vulcancent774 so sorry girl

[@victoria-qq4jr]

Try Ovira Electrical Pulse. I too started having difficult periods at the age of 13. When I would go to the doctors nobody would help me. For 17 years I had to deal with not knowing what my diagnosis was. I was finally diagnosed with primary dysmenorrhea last year. You girls are lucky that they have a name too it now, so you can get the help you need.😇❤️

[@Chantieslife]

@@victoria-qq4jr okay thank you

[@kacey7]

i feel so sorry for you. i understand the pain cramps can get painful

[@Nhasi]

It's honestly so annoying cause I will drink pills and then puke them out I can't eat I can't move I can't do anything and I'm about to write exams I need to study but I can't 😫😭

[@imdifferent7294]

Cut out the dairy sugar and caffeine.

[@Nhasi]

@@imdifferent7294 I don't eat dairy I'm lactose intolerant and I rarely ever drink things with caffeine to begin with

[@imdifferent7294]

Also try your best to avoid sugar

[@HristinaNicole]

@@Nhasi eat mandarins that helps also tea and also 1 hour music period relief you can find them on KZbin

[@whitwhit8964]

I thrown up once but it was because the pain pill didn’t have a coating on it. That could be the problem. Also you have to eat a lil so it won’t tear up ur stomach. I usually eat apple sauce. Hope this helps 😌😅

[@nononeg]

I wish I had you as my doctor. I couldn't find a doctor who actually cares and listens carefully!

[@arushiahmed6555]

as a young girl, not even in her teen years, i’d really like to thank you for being more explanatory than my school, because ik there are girls that were like 8 (i got mine at 11) when they got theirs and i can’t imagine how confused they were on what to do with primary dysmenorrhea.

[@manahelh.6104]

I got mine at 10 and yes the pain was very confusing because my mom didn't explain thankfully though my female teacher did and she told me it was normal and I'm grateful for her

[@jittakombey2701]

Literally sitting on the toilet watching this, it was very helpful

[@moshinick5305]

Same.

[@honeyoyinfalola6870]

@Code_with_Me for me when I bend down on my knees like a prayer position

[@Anglz-rj8sp]

Same

[@masesisinterlude]

Same

[@marolineyogo2180]

Same here, after calling work saying I can't make it today

[@Etigress]

Mine were so bad that I couldn't move or walk. Everyone was telling me to stop being so dramatic. After four years of different meds and needles, my gyno then diagnosed me with Endometriosis.

[@emmytheghost627]

Girl same, I'm not diagnosed but I literally CANNOT walk. Legs get all shaky from extreme pain and med dont work.

[@kaybrown2201]

@@emmytheghost627 I can't even move right now. The bloating, nausea, excruciating pain. My womb feels like a bomb exploded there. Pain killers aren't helping.

[@jadascott6401]

@@kaybrown2201 same . I feel like I’m dying 😭

[@sumeyo1172]

Oh God girl I hope you are ok honestly people need to stop acting like a female going through her period is no big deal :/

[@paparazziwhizz6185]

I hope you are fine now. When you were diagnosed for a endometriosis. What treatment did you take?

[@christaaaaaa]

I’m 35 and I’ve had painful periods since I was 15. I had a child when I was 23 and had a few wonderful years pain free until they slowly crept back up and became painful again. I’ve seriously considered a hysterectomy. Honestly it’s so bad! Vomiting until there is nothing but stomach bile and then my body is STILL attempting to vomit even though nothing is left, chills, sweats, can’t stand up straight, etc. Sometimes I pray for menopause early. I’m so sorry for anyone who has this, it’s really awful.

[@heathergonzales8357]

This is me…. Torture I swear!!

[@rosehernandez329]

I can relate to your experiences for I have had them too. The worst part of it all is when someone comes along and tells you that it’s all in your head. When you are the one truly in so much pain. No one honestly understands till they themselves have experienced it too.

[@rowdynfriends]

I used to pray for premenapause myself...it's just as complicated for me...i have abnormal periods, I'll have one at the end and the beginning of the month...and they last long like a week n a few days,I get migranes since I was 13...I did have 3 kids which was very nice,because after I had them was the only time my period was regular,I could actually go by the calendar..not now....and I'm even more hairy like arms,facial,etc...also it seems more clotty n darker....sorry for the info..but hope someone can give some helpful advice...

[@ayamystic2]

Were you active as a teen with guys.

[@rowdynfriends]

@@ayamystic2 when I started having issues no I was 13,around 15 is when I started having sex....

[@rileythehunt96]

when my school taught about periods, the teacher said it would be a dot of blood and that you don’t feel it🙄

[@kailastevens1389]

WOW!!! I’m so sorry for all of our young ladies. I assumed that education would have progressed since I was your age, I guess not 😔

[@brookejohnson8289]

I asked if it hurt!! That’s all I rlly wanted to know... they told me no and now here I am in pain

[@rileythehunt96]

@@brookejohnson8289 exactly

[@katet8639]

Same girl. She was lying.

[@naebonnie]

Right biggest lie ever told

[@skydelight]

I have been gaslit by doctors and medical professionals for almost the past 20 years about all my pain and symptoms, so it's great to find a doctor who is really on it and giving real advice, not just brushing it off as nothing. I've had to just do all my research myself, then bring it to a doctor and they couldn't deny what I was saying. Thank goodness for the Internet nowadays!

[@thesleepydot]

Haha I swear I watch period-related videos every single month when I’m menstruating. I can’t think of anything else because of the pain.

[@misseazar4250]

Same

[@subwaychic3365ify]

I thought I was the only one.

[@samox18]

Me 2

[@person1050]

I’m doing that rn

[@alicemavurere]

This is a very underrated topic and thank you for talking about it. I have Terrible period pain, I can barely walk and it's true, people judge you saying you're weak. It's more painful when it's coming from fellow women.

[@alicemavurere]

Women are legends

[@You-wp4ic]

@@alicemavurere So are men

[@nedjmanana1079]

Hi! I noticed when I go for walks, do exercises, and be active for days before my period, it ends up being less painful than usual, sometimes no pain at all :)

[@nonnelle202]

Since I started exercising I get minimum pain or no pain at all too.

[@threetailedfox1]

(just in case people are wondering how) One reason is the heightened pulse and heart rate ends up pushing the blood through the cramping and getting the nutrients where they need to go, which lessens the hurt

[@feeceejenny5067]

@@nonnelle202 I played sports in school and exercised at home alot. From day one my periods are painful. I have been taking alot of painkillers unfortunately to manage and so exercise does nothing to improve the pain of period cramps for me.

[@nonnelle202]

@@nahzik I exercise regularly 😊

[@awanabiru92]

Me too.. I used to take painkillers, but now I just do squats or planks slowly during the cramps...i notice that my period is less painful..

[@chirlishgambin0319]

Found this channel like a month or two ago, and it’s gold, this woman is awesome

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Thank you! ❤️

[@britt4404]

Pure gold

[@Teedimps1598]

Same here. Any questions regarding to my reproductive system...i come here and get those answers

[@thehoneydeev]

Same here. I actually prayed she remains prosperous on KZbin because her content is vital for us. A new subscriber from Ivory Coast living in the US

[@Nezuko2310]

I found it today!!! ❤ And quikly commented and subscribed 😁😁. This woman is a real Dr periodt!

[@IsabellaStClair-kz7is]

I’m moving to the UK specifically so you can be my doctor

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

LOL! ❤️ I'd welcome you with open arms!

[@lizzmwangi8321]

@@DrSimiAdedeji ..how can I make an appointment with you?

[@chi20_]

@@lizzmwangi8321 Read her description ,it tells you how to book an appointment 😊😊

[@6xmaaaa]

I live in the UK. 🥺

[@kebzy]

She is such an awesome Doctor it seems. I want her as my doctor.

[@CassandraAlima]

Thank you so much for this video! I suffer from Dysmenorrhea LVII and just got back on my medication after a couple years. Because of certain laws in US States, I had to travel outwards to get it. Some people don't understand that medications can be used to treat a myriad of conditions. Thank you for the very general video!

[@sasukessimp6844]

I'm literally dying while typing this

[@Cloudyrain21]

Are you ok now?

[@lou2288]

Hope you are doing well

[@tofunmiaro]

So Sorry ♥️

[@astella1013]

same

[@Anglz-rj8sp]

Same

[@Simran-zi2lg]

Thank you so much! This really helped! I am 13 years old and my periods hurt like crazy! Everyone keeps telling me it’s normal, but honestly they don’t know how it feels.

[@szxy3884]

mine hurts really bad like crazy too , im 12 &' this also helped me a lot!

[@badandboujee7118]

Awww look at us so damn young I'm 13 too I had since age 9 it sucks lol

[@sabinayin7119]

This is so trueee 😭... I doubt they know what we go through

[@ph_etnacares6391]

@Anonymous Girl I'm sorry about the pain. Following her advice will surely help. Also, when you are not on your period, try to build a trustworthy reputation with your parents and family to make it easier for them to understand you. And please don't be cowed into silence especially if you need to see a doctor. You can follow our KZbin page for more on this.

[@lachimolala3397]

Same gurl I'm 13 too and it's hurting so badly right now even it's my 5th day and my brother call it an excuse for running away from studies

[@ioanaploscaru3172]

I feel it all: severe pain in lower ab and lower back, nausea, headaches, tiredness, sometimes i feel hot and i'm shaking (even though i don't have a fever), i can't stand anyone touching me and everything bothers me. My husband understood that pretty early in our relationship, my Mom knows it's real, but everyone else doesn't. I got to know how to predict my period starting a few hours before and i take a pill right at the beginning. If the pain starts to kick in, even if i take a pill, it will only start to subside in a few hours and if i have to be at work that's the worst nightmare. I only feel these symptoms in the first day of my period, though, from the second day on i'm a brand new person, like nothing's happening.

[@redpepper5984]

you're just like me. For me reducing foods that cause a synthesis of excess prostaglandins helped, for example, limiting PUFAs (poly unsaturated fatty acids) before my period. Our body still needs them but i stick to a more plant based diet (and also high in fiber) to remove excess estrogen and improve my wellbeing in overall. Also, never try primrose oil. I did and it made everything so much worse, then i read on the internet that it has omega 6 which can raise prostaglandin levels if used in excess (and its very easy to do). Sunflower seed oil works the same way

[@redpepper5984]

most likely youre fine and healthy! if its only for the first 24 hours then it is a primary dysmenorrhea. Changing diet and your approach to periods will show great results. Food is medicine!

[@redpepper5984]

I used to take trips to the ER every month and each time they all laughed at me being so sensitive and all that. I figured if I dont hace no one to help me among doctors, I need to help myself. Now I'm trying to help others.

[@bluemicks1]

@@redpepper5984 my issue is exactly the same as the comment but me too , I just got back from the hospital after I had an episode on a DATE 😭😭 so embarrassing was locked in the bathroom couldn’t move had to have emsa get me and doctors were practically saying I was fine to go , I even had to ask for a ultrasound bc they practically did nothing . And it came up that everything was fine . I was so annoyed . But it’s nice to know that it is indeed time to change my diet

[@ishapatel9654]

question, what painkiller did u take?

[@norham68]

Thanks for all of this information. My wife gets really horrendous period pains and this gives me a great understanding of why and what little things I can do to help.

[@Dominikaxbla]

Going on a walk on my first days of period ALWAYS helps me! I suffer from really really horrible period pains and very heavy flow.. my period lasts usually a week... and really trust me when I say a walk helps! You might feel like it doesn't at the start but you will feel the difference for sure ❤

[@mandyw8659]

Intense exercise has helped once before, but I’ve no energy to do that every time lol Maybe that’ll help someone else though!

[@kadianjohnson9519]

If I feel the pain coming and I exercise it helps sooo much but if the pain is already there like when I wake up I don’t have strength to workout so I just die till it passes😢

[@amyagius165]

personally it doesnt for me. laying down and finding the right position helps. but im glad that you can burn calories with it too

[@peagames2002]

Other way is to put cold or hot towel on abdomen and crossing your knees like a small tent. If your pain is enough to cause trouble with seeing, it is heavily encouraged to go for gynecologist to look for more proper diagnosis, preferably a professor.

[@nidhibareth4760]

Does walking really helpful to reduce pain??

[@louisefienna1616]

I remember watching this video one or two months ago when the pain was unbearable, as it always is on the first day. Today i threw up from the pain for the first time, felt more pain that i ever could have imagined. I really really appreciate this video, how informative it is and how validated i feel with what I'm experiencing. I'm very used to people acting like it's no big deal because I go through it every month. Even though it seems to become worse every time lately. I'm turning 25 next week, so I'm definitely gonna go see a doctor about it soon. Thank you so much!!!

[@saniainez]

Wait... That just happened to me today. I almost fainted (muscle spasms, cold sweat, stars in my eyes) then suddenly I threw up, then everything instantly gets better, no idea why. Will go see a doctor if that continues to next month.

[@aliyah2845]

This happens to me too on my first day of my period; vomiting, cold sweating, cramps, diarrhea, spasms and even pins and needles but as soon as I throw up, I feel instantly better….

[@familyvideos6728]

I had the same experience yesterday. How was your visit with the doctor?

[@Spiturgame]

I’ve had painful periods since high school, I changed my diet completely and started fasting. It stop!

[@nonhlanhlasibanda6125]

Please share your diet

[@delaurabianca]

@@nonhlanhlasibanda6125 i am similar! it didn’t stop but it got better. i started eating a more plant based diet with only seafood no meat. i also take supplements and exercised more. one thing for sure is it got better as i aged. i had bad periods since i was 11 i’m 24 now and it’s still painful just more bearable.

[@Spiturgame]

@@nonhlanhlasibanda6125 well,it started with high fibre diet w/ also doing intermittent fasting and then switched it up to having a lot of veggies. I do have fish and chicken, When I have a craving especially either make it at home or find healthy alternatives..

[@Spiturgame]

I did do weight training before the pandemic..during my period i will detox or just do Omad which isn’t too bad.

[@bluemicks1]

@@Spiturgame I have to ask to about what kind of period product you use tampons, pads or menstrual cup , bc I know some people say it makes a difference

[@wombat.6652]

THANK YOU!!!!!!. Will be sending this to young women I know. When I went to doctors I was basically told to "toughen up". And malingering was written in my notes. Also told to have a baby, that would help. * terrible reason to have a baby. I never ever wanted kids. Menopause is a gift. And inspiring to see a professional taking notice and caring about women enough to make all this effort to make these vids.

[@geraldfer]

I'm a Dad...And my child has debilitating pain..I'm trying to help her as much as I can...I hate it for her😮‍💨😮‍💨😢😢😢🤦🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️🫂🫂🫂😭😭😭

[@wombat.6652]

@@geraldfer Totally worth trying different doctors, till you get one who takes her seriously. The first treatment/s might not work, worth going back until one does. And thank you for caring properly. edit: persistence can be hard, but reap good results.

[@akeemwebbe4552]

all the guys that’s feeling sorry for there girl and came on youtube to help her out hit the like button 💯

[@boituinnocentia8710]

I used to have horrible period pains to a point where I would sweat through my clothes as if I have a high fever... Fainting when the pain became too much for my body to handle. I would lay on a cold tile to cool down while crying and hoping the pain would just disappear. I would throw up too and could barely walk after that...when that happened I would pray for sleep to come or for the painkillers to kick in. I literally used to have anxiety a few days before my period and it intensified when the period began... I would rush to prepare my hot water bottle for my tummy and painkiller and just hope to sleep through the day. Then I did a bit of research, because I couldn't handle it anymore... Tired of missing classes, work and important things. I learned that dairy products and caffeine where the leading cause for me because I would crave those things the most a few days before and during my period, which in turn intensified the cramps. I decided to avoid dairy products and caffeine 5 days before my period and that significantly helped lessen my cramps and exercising regularly helps too and some months I actually experience a happy period...and yes, I still get cramps but I don't cry, faint, lay on the tile, sweat prefusely or feel like I wanna die and definitely no more anxiety. Manageable periods.

[@raniaserda7501]

Hy please can you make it easier for someone who doesnt speak english very well becauss i didnt really get it i have same pain uou talked about a very very bad cramps but the solution i didnt understand what did you do to feel better thank you

[@noistune5707]

im glad u had a good ending.

[@boituinnocentia8710]

@@raniaserda7501 Hey, so try to avoid dairy products (milk based...like ice cream, milk chocolate, cake etc.) and caffeine products like coffee, green tea. And do this 4 days before your period begins. Also have some ginger tea instead, a heating pad for your tummy, painkillers and drink lots of water. I hope you will understand this and I I hope it helps you.

[@raniaserda7501]

@@boituinnocentia8710 thank youuuu soo muuuchhh i really appreciate these life helping hacks thank you so much

[@boituinnocentia8710]

@@raniaserda7501 No problem, I hope it helps you too. And let me know, how it works out for you. 🤗

[@iqraAmmar03]

the way you explained is so nicely, we can easy understand everything

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Thank you! ❤️

[@iqraAmmar03]

@@DrSimiAdedeji ❤️ sinces morning i am keeep watching all ur videos as i am. going to some issues and from ur video i all can understand

[@agnesgregory4301]

Ouch just ouch😵😵😢😢I'm dying rn but Im crying in happiness that doctors like you exist Hats off to you 🙌🙌

[@flawlix]

I’m 30 seconds in and I already love this video. All my doctors have been so dismissive over the years. I’ve missed work and school because of period pain. My first period (I was 11 and on vacation) was so painful that I vomited for a couple hours. More than once I’ve spent a day laying on the floor in tears. Even ended up in the ER in high school once. Over the last few years (I’m now in my 30s), the pain has gotten slightly less. I also think I’m just better at predicting it and taking preemptive measures. I start taking OTC NSAIDs a couple days before my period starts and make sure to wake up early during the first 3-4 days of my period so that I can take meds and use a heating pad for an hour before I get up for the day. However, I’ve also made myself sick from taking too many pills if I lose track throughout the day and simply take them whenever I’m in pain. While my period pain has lessened, I’ve started having other pains between periods. Usually I cramp and spot sometime around ovulation and get severe rectal pain and cramping around the same time. And sex is occasionally painful in the week or so leading up to my period. My GP suggested a couple of years ago that I might have endometriosis (my mom did and ended up having to get a hysterectomy in her 30s). But I don’t currently have a gynecologist, partly because my experiences with gynecologists previously have been so bad. Idk why I’m chattering so much about this. I think it’s just years of pain and frustration spilling out in what seems like a friendly forum... Edit: oh hey, you recommend doing exactly what I now do to control period pain. I wish you were my doctor... I had to figure this out over two decades of trial and error.

[@annakenyeres7752]

I feel your pain.. completely lost my faith in doctors... I haven’t seen a gyno in ages because what’s really the point? If it was up to me i would have get rid of my uterus ages ago...

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Hi. Thank you for sharing your experience so honestly. It can be daunting opening up about personal problems especially on an online forum/platform so what you have shared is particularly brave of you to do so. I also think that what you have shared will help other women who are struggling with the same or similar symptoms. I 'm pleased for you that you have found a way to help you manage the pain. Endometriosis is a possibility but these days, as we understand more about the condition, it is rare to need a hysterectomy for endometriosis. There are other effective ways of managing the condition. I would encourage you to discuss your symptoms, concern and family history with your doctor to see if you can work together and explore what other options may be available to you. ❤️

[@annakenyeres7752]

@MissBttrsctch thanks for the answer, but I don’t live in the US, we have a very different healthcare system here, basically if I want to choose my doctor I can only do that in the private sector (which is fairly expensive, obviously).here removing the reproductive organs are illegal under the age of 35 (or somewhere around there) except obviously if you cancerous tumors or already have 3 children but even than it’s very complicated process..

[@tejuoshohephzibah7491]

Same here too

[@toothless3835]

I started birth control when I was 19 (the nuvaring because I'm terrible at scheduling things I consume/take medicine wise.) And it made everything so much better for me. I've been cramp free for 10 years. They did change it to a generic version though which is a little different, I get minor cramps, but it's like those warning cramps where my uterus is like "girl I'm here! Poke. ^.^" Instead of it trying to kill me from the inside as if a sharp monster with claws is attempting to escape and my uterus is some sort of cage trying to keep it there. I would also do the same, it's why I went to birth control. Prior, I was taking a mixture of 12-16 pills in a 4-8 hour period because screw my liver, I don't need that, I'll just take half from one of my siblings.

[@Chrissys_POV]

Thank God, someone who finally understands how painful periods are! Thank you for addressing the stigma associated with periods especially heavy periods.

[@dashefavour8518]

Thank you

[@mirandac578]

I loved how you described endometriosis, it's basically misbehaving. I'll call it that now. I've endometriosis & adhenyomis

[@amandadintwe1678]

Can you please address yoni steaming

[@zaniacawley2718]

It's really hurts

[@merrinabraham4687]

I used to have severe pain during my period. I always thought period pains are normal (that is what advertisements tells us). 2 months back I was diagnosed with endometriosis. Gone through laparoscopic surgery last month. Thank you Dr. Simi for spreading awareness. I wish I had seen your video long back 😢

[@aliveandawake9093]

Oh my God and I was about to type in "how to stop painful periods?!" And then this shows up in my recommendations!!!!!!! Talk about a God send 💕♥️♥️great work black queen!!!!! Keep it up!!!!

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Thank you! ❤️

[@aliveandawake9093]

@@DrSimiAdedeji you're most welcome. Keep pushing♥️ you're truly an inspiration even though I'm not in the medical field. Xx

[@mimiapamato1961]

What about fibrous outside of womb u can gat pregnant if the fibrous is biga?

[@maja8510]

you really posted this on the exact day i fainted in school because of the pain! ily❤️

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Hi Maja. Sorry to hear that. Hope you are doing better! ❤️

[@oumartoure1004]

Hi

[@blytheaf8855]

finally im not the only one who faints because of the pain😫

[@ofentsemaragelo1248]

My mom had severe period pains when she was younger and now my sister and I do 🤦🏾‍♀️ I hate them so much! I actually get scared when I'm about to get my periods 🥺 when things get bad pain killers don't work and I just have to scream and cry until my body gives in and I fall asleep or pass out I'm not sure yet which one happens. I can't function for 3 days when I'm on my periods. My mom had painful periods until 51, can't believe I still have a long way to go with this!

[@goodnessaniefiok474]

Is it normal to have pain in ovulation time

[@iloveanimalsok]

I'm glad I'm not only one that has that fear. I get super anxious before and during period bc I know how that pain comes and stays.

[@Samia-2003]

Same

[@queenbaker3431]

Aleve works for me.

[@nel409]

Try contraception, you and your mom, can't believe that she didn't thought about this when she had you two

[@user-it2tb7cv3t]

I dont feel liek complimenting anyone as I'm in so much pain but Dr Simi you have such stunning hair, I envy you!

[@thewealthwarren6940]

Never thought I'd be subscribed to a channel discussing all topics female health- but this is important for me to know. Love the info you share and the way you communicate it 👌🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@domi9146]

Thank you for caring 😊😊

[@swedmerson90]

Okay zaddy we love an man who educates himself about a woman's body.

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Thank you Warren and welcome to my channel! I agree with you 100%- its important for men to learn about women's health as well!. I hope you will enjoy future content too!

[@GossipGyal1]

@@swedmerson90 period

[@engagedwithmusic3420]

You gave me an idea. Maybe next time a guy say to me that i'm just pretending or over dramatic with my period i should give them the link to this video to educate them that's this is a real thing.

[@CocoaBeige]

I became vegetarian a few years ago and I drink celery juice the week before my period. That combo stopped all my pain. I also stick to a low carb diet. Last month I unfortunately started using powdered milk to cook porridge and bam! The pain is back! I'm going to juice celery now and will stick to it every other week. Never again! No more animal products.

[@preesbd4722]

It make sense when you said animal products made your period pain back. I'm a vegetarian too, I consume a lots of dairy products, maybe that's the reason why my period pains are unbearable. I'll try cutting animal products and drink celery juice as well :)))))

[@danimpaeir689]

I'm not vegetarian but yes I swear by celery juice for period pain! It's literally lightened my heavy flow so much

[@imjustpeachy1]

I’m vegan and still have pain

[@Shespretty08]

I’m going to try this. Thanks for sharing.

[@imjustpeachy1]

@Claudia Johnson I love cucumbers, kale, impossible meat ,vegan eggs etc. I do like sugary drinks no sodas or alcohol not to much carbs. I eat once a day sometimes I don’t eat don’t be hungry.

[@KatzukiraGaming]

Well, this taught me a few things about my painful periods. Thank you Dr for teaching us all about our bodies which we never learned enough about in school.

[@victoriaturcan4465]

I have been to a dozen doctors and searched for years for answers (no exaggeration) regarding what this video explains. Thank you so much. You have no idea how much reassurance, validation and comfort you’ve provided me through your knowledge. I can’t thank you enough for this video. This is so important to me ❤️

[@Arrasel]

What helped me was quitting dairy, eat an anti-inflammatory diet, take Vitex to promote ovulation, take fish oil, take bio-identical progesterone 10 days a month. I never tried DIM and now I try a treatment with milk thistle and dandelion root.

[@kyrakou8542]

I got my period when I was 10, and my cramps weren't too bad. But for some reason after I turned 12 they are utterly HORRIBLE and my dog wants to go out alot too, so I have to take him out bc my dad works and my mom is busy with my sisters. I just want all this to go awayyy

[@faziefyzul1831]

I got my first period when I was 9, and I remembered it to be normal for awhile. But eventually, my menstrual cycle is irregular and painful cramps and other factors/symptoms. I understand the feeling especially when it's painful and cannot do simple things.

[@riel8428]

I got mine at 10 too and the pain slowly crept up at 12 and ever since it’s gotten worse. Now I’m 16 and every month I need a day to stay in my bed curled up crying in my bed.

[@knightvel2832]

@@riel8428 same, and it's always the first day of my period 🥲

[@chimkennubbets6899]

SAME WTF THIS SUCKS FR

[@vexxzyi]

I just started mine and I’m 14 😭

[@shawndecosta7658]

Thank you so much for sharing this knowledge. My daughter suffers from horrible, painful periods and I've guided her to your channel.

[@AdesewaAbioye]

My period started the other day, in severe pain and I needed this like you answered my prayers 😭 it is at the point that I couldn't sit in a lecture

[@userm180]

GOD answers prayers!

[@730_honey]

I literally typed in these cramps are killing me and this came up thank you for the advice

[@mildaugherty6540]

My unfortunate menstrual journey has always from about 12/13 has been awful (pain, cramps, vomiting, fever, chills, overheating, contractions, crying, praying my actual private area sore to touch). I am sorry there are others experiencing this monthly combat because I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy (I honestly think I have PTSD). I am 43 now and thankful to see this explained better and to read comments. God help us women 🙏🌏🌍🌎🥴

[@karljones9465]

I love watching your show, because I have a daughter and we sit down and talk about different things, and when i need help I watch your show for information. So to you ladies aren't the only one that watch show. Because you alway say I ladies 👍👍👍👍🤟😊

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Hi Karl! Just saw your comment and it has made my evening! Thank you!! I know that a growing number of men are also watching my videos and I am truly grateful to every single one of you all who watch and support my channel.

[@scarletphoenix6158]

I remember when I was in secondary school, my periods were so heavy and extremely painful. So painful I’d used to cry my eyes out during classes 😬

[@whatsup2483]

I used to just die in the corner of the library cuz I rly can't stay in the classroom anymore, our nurse's office forces us to go home if we stay longer than 10mins

[@alejandraargueta65]

Out of all of the doctors with KZbin channels out there, yours is my favorite one by far. Your videos are so profesional and well made. I'm a med student, and recently started having second thoughts about this path, but watching your videos made me realize that I really look up to you and that I love this career! Thank you so much for your hard work!

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Hi Alejandra! Thank you! So pleased to see fellow medics also following on my channel. I can understand why you could be having second thoughts. Our training/career can be extremely challenging but also extremely rewarding. I know many doctors who had second thoughts during med school. Try to hold on to that thing that sparked a fire in you when you decide to apply to med school. YOU CAN DO IT. It's ok to have doubts. That's completely normal. its part of your process of evaluation. Wish you all the success and rooting for you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Marilynefc]

Calling out sick for a period is so mentally exhausting 😅 I think about it wayyyyyyy too much but I need it!

[@4444randomness]

She reminds me of my doctor and I’m feeling way better about scheduling a gyno exam

[@paigeruskaup9742]

I don't know when this angel showed up at my feed but I've been binging her videos and literally she's a goddess!! Thank you for telling us stuff we should have learned in school ❤️❤️

[@christeljohnson3913]

We're you located

[@paigeruskaup9742]

@@christeljohnson3913 why does it matter?

[@WlfToboe]

I had an absolute horrendous primary care doctor growing up, whenever I saw her about period pain she just told me it was nothing and to deal with it. Ever since I had periods (idr age I started) I was in so much pain I'd be bed ridden for up to a week sometimes. The flow didn't help I was a pretty heavy bleeder. Then my primary care retired when I was 25 I went to a new primary care after having the worst pain I had ever experienced during a period, I can't describe it, I couldn't sit or stand I was in such pain it caused vomiting. She told me to go to a gynecologist immediately and that year I was found to have a sever case of endometriosis & 2 very large cysts. I was put on a year long treatment to suppress my hormones and skim through the start of menopause (also on meds to prevent menopause symptoms) and I felt amazing for the first time in my life.. until I had to stop treatment and the pain came back just as bad as before. This year I ended up getting a hysterectomy so that I can finally live pain free.. And even that was a horrible experience but I'm healed now and I wish I knew about all this stuff when I was younger cause dang. I feel like I coulda gotten treatment sooner in my life or at least knew better how to handle what I was going through than people telling to 'toughen up' and 'it's not that bad.'

[@engagedwithmusic3420]

I don't know if it is bad to feel relieved that your first doctor retired. I mean if it wasn't for her, you wouldn't have gotten a new doctor that actually hear your pain out. Anyway i feel happy for you

[@WlfToboe]

@@engagedwithmusic3420 Trust me, I was very relieved she retired, I didn't realize just how bad a doctor she was till I turned like 24 and she broke patient confidentiality because she thought I was pregnant, test was negative so she asked everyone in my family she could contact all because I was late one month :v

[@Pizzaaa20008]

I think you could filed a complaint against this doctor. Not only she break her confidentiality vow AND she made you take risks with your health

[@WlfToboe]

@@Pizzaaa20008 Dunno, it's been about 4 or 5 years since she retired. I was a youngin still when she did those things so I had no clue just how bad she was till recently so I am uncertain if its worth it/possible since she doesn't work anymore (at least not as a doctor.)

[@kakt0s]

i have my period since i was 10 and i visited a gynecologist for my period cramps and she told me exactly this. I should take medication before the "real" pain starts. thank you for the video

[@ayo94563]

I couldn't watch this with a straight face. I can feel tingles everywhere lol. One of the reasons why I can't be a doctor 🙁🙁

[@foodplus1591]

you can find more recipes and tips on our channel

[@farahhossam9997]

It is always just extremely painful that I feel like dying and every month I live in this fear that my period would come in a time when I'm so busy and can't take a break , it would be like a whole day of severe pain that I sit on my floor and cry and scream , you can't really get used to it which I thought I would do at first , it is just so frustrating.

[@Mandabeautytips5353]

Is it wrong to see ur period two times in one month

[@rachealphiri3516]

I have been having pains at my vagina

[@farahhossam9997]

Racheal Phiri I think you should see a doctor

[@farahhossam9997]

Amos Isadora it happened to me like two or three times and didn't happen again so I think if it isn't like a one time thing you should see a doctor

[@staciecook5217]

Try a heating pad or rice in a sock warmed in microwave for 2mins . Try midol

[@brokenandcraked]

When you were talking about taking medication, and said "for the first 3 days of your period" I was confused for a second before remembering that my 2-3 day periods are not the average... but before you call me God's favourite... I will warn that really short periods aren't all fun and games. It's 1 day of extream cramping, followed by 1 day of the heaviest flow you could imagine... filling a super ultra plus tampon in 2 hours. Followed by 1-2 days of very light spotting.

[@Kikkipewpew]

Mine is 8 days, I have pain all the time, even before and sometimes after it.

[@foodplus1591]

@@Kikkipewpew you can find more recipes and tips on our channel

[@ThePresentTimeNow]

I rather take that.

[@emmatodd904]

I feel that someone really needed to speak out about this and the way that girls/ women get treated when they are on their period. People don’t think that it is painful but when over two hundred people think it is it probably is

[@Manisha-mz3ni]

When i was young i never felt any pain during periods...but from 3 years i have started feeling cramps and pain

[@MilasRealWorld]

What you said at the beginning is so true! Painful periods are so easily dismissed. I remember one time in high-school in PE classes, I asked the teacher if I could sit on the bleachers because my period why so painful. One girl came to me and asked why I was sitting down, and I told her it was because I was on my period. She told me with the most contemptuous tone: "well I'm on my period too! But I'm still doing the class." 😐 Okay... well we don't share a uterus so I don't know what I'm supposed to do with that piece of information. I have dysmenorhea and periods have been a constant struggle ever since I was 13. Now I take the pill so it's much easier to deal with, but I cannot tell you the amount of pain killers I was taking in order to feel "normal". Really glad you are making a video about this 💖

[@DrSimiAdedeji]

Hi Jamy. Thank you for sharing your experience. Unfortunately some of the judgement does come from other women! I literally laughed out loud when I read this part of your comment : ." 😐 Okay... well we don't share a uterus so I don't know what I'm supposed to do with that piece of information. Great come back!

[@madelenCarlson3834]

@@DrSimiAdedeji I remember one girl saying that having boners for boys is worse than having menstrual pain 🙄😔 I wanted to strangle her!

[@Npisces]

Im 27 , i hate my periods every time it hurts me , im always on pain killer the first three days are the worst, and before my period starts I always have emotional break down, my friends really hate to talk to me when im on my period they dnt understand the pain im in , thank God that my family and my bf understand what im through , the thing is all I need is to sleep alot , and just stay in bed , I skip work ALWAYS WHEN IM ON PERIOD!!! anyway , this is my body ..

[@msi8311]

iud can help

[@Yasmxn]

you described me

[@dzudzijuliet6341]

@@msi8311 i have a copper iud and my premenstrual, postmenstrual and menstrual symptoms have actually gotten worse😭

[@Natykoko]

I can totally relate 😥

[@bellas5028]

I'm watching this now on my period, experiencing the pains😢. I'm glad I came across this video. Now I understand why I have the pains

[@viki4074]

Amazing video, I always re-watch it when I'm on my period and it helps me to take care of myself better and ease the pain.

[@SuperFreshKiss]

One tip I got from my mother is to take some Evening Primrose Oil supplements 2 days before your period. It really helped relieve pain when I was on my period.

[@biancaf.1361]

Wow, I will have to look into this.

[@BlissfulBluebell]

That's a new one for me. I took Vitex supplements but GNC stopped making them and I can't find another brand with the same quality so I'll have to look into this. Ty!

[@SuperFreshKiss]

@@BlissfulBluebell I hope it works for you! Good luck

[@yesebj9581]

I am 41 and still learning about my beautiful body. Very informative video 💕🎀

[@catherinelyons4299]

What I wouldnt give to have you as my doctor. I have always suffered so badly with my periods and have missed time of college and now have pain all month long and cannot leave the house alot of the time with the other issues that comes with it. I feel like a prisoner to my own body. Love your vidoes ❤

[@adeelbashir1722]

Catherine Lyons Tell me ur Dr name

[@erikaa.1610]

I have been dealing with painful periods since I got my period at 14. I cry every month 🙁 you’re video is very helpful!☺️

[@queenxox6547]

I am used to having painful period on my 1st day of every period. Oftentimes, I vomit if I wasnt able to take a pain killer soonest. First day is hell, but after that, I'm good. I usually take paracetamol as pain killer. I also drink room temp coke/softdrinks and it helps with my cramps. It may not work for some but it's been my go-to. Thanks for this great video! Very informative.

[@missolivier552]

Same here