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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

OK I'm sorry to post here but I'm at my wits end.

I need some advice from the ladies regarding 'monthlies'

Are there any home remedies or over counter medicals for heaviness that have been tried and tested?

I'm using maximum night time sanitary products during the daytime and still having to change every 2 hours

Again sorry to post here but its really getting me down.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
over a year ago

Reading

Nothing over the counter. The mirena coil stops them completely though. Suffered for a decade before i had one fitted.

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By *andycandy88Woman
over a year ago

Northolt

Awww OP Sorry to hear its that time for you

I heard many say feminax is good for the pains I don't know if it works for the flow too.

Mine aren't heavy so I can only share the little I know but I hope others can help you. Lots of cuddles hun xxxxx

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

Please, if you haven’t already, speak to your GP xx Mefanamic Acid can be prescribed as a starting point but there are other options xx

J x

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By *1ueWoman
over a year ago

Nottingham

My step daughter was looking into acid for heavy periods

I dont know its correct medical name

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thank you, the dr is only doing phone consultations at the moment and they don't give a time which makes it impossible whilst at work through the week

I've tried feminax helps with the pains but not the heaviness

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Definitely speak to your GP there are things available but only on prescription

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By *indergirlWoman
over a year ago

somewhere, someplace

Mefanemic acid helped me and I got the mirena coil fitted as well, they all but stopped with it once it settled.

Sending hugs op xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Nothing over the counter. The mirena coil stops them completely though. Suffered for a decade before i had one fitted."

Oh wow I never knew the coil would help, that may be worth looking into then x

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I know it's hard to speak to your GP at the moment, but this is one where you really should.

If nothing else, be mindful of your iron levels, that level of flow might contribute to anaemia.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Mefanemic acid helped me and I got the mirena coil fitted as well, they all but stopped with it once it settled.

Sending hugs op xx"

That sounds amazing thanks lovely x

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I know it's hard to speak to your GP at the moment, but this is one where you really should.

If nothing else, be mindful of your iron levels, that level of flow might contribute to anaemia."

Thank you I have been feeling so run down lately and I'm wondering myself if this could be the cause x

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By *andycandy88Woman
over a year ago

Northolt

"Thank you, the dr is only doing phone consultations at the moment and they don't give a time which makes it impossible whilst at work through the week

I've tried feminax helps with the pains but not the heaviness

Ohhh ok

Some pharmacies have online doctors that will probably work better for than unpredictable phone consultations. You can probably interact with one when you finish work best of luck hun xxx

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I know it's hard to speak to your GP at the moment, but this is one where you really should.

If nothing else, be mindful of your iron levels, that level of flow might contribute to anaemia.

Thank you I have been feeling so run down lately and I'm wondering myself if this could be the cause x"

If you have nothing to stop you from doing so, pick up some iron pills.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I know it's hard to speak to your GP at the moment, but this is one where you really should.

If nothing else, be mindful of your iron levels, that level of flow might contribute to anaemia.

Thank you I have been feeling so run down lately and I'm wondering myself if this could be the cause x

If you have nothing to stop you from doing so, pick up some iron pills. "

Thank you I'll get some later on x

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

Mine are heavy at the moment to the point I often have to change bedsheets.

I do get anaemic so I'm taking iron in the form of a spray. As the tables cause me extra stomach pain and constipation which at that time of the month makes things ten times worse.

I've found buscopan helps ease some the cramping.

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By *isAdventure69Woman
over a year ago

Hampshire

I've used tranexamic acid then had the coil fitted

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Thank you, the dr is only doing phone consultations at the moment and they don't give a time which makes it impossible whilst at work through the week

I've tried feminax helps with the pains but not the heaviness

Ohhh ok

Some pharmacies have online doctors that will probably work better for than unpredictable phone consultations. You can probably interact with one when you finish work best of luck hun xxx"

Brilliant, thank you I hadn't thought of that!

Thank you all so much for your replies.

I'll get some iron pills tonight and try the online pharmacy option tomorrow.

Life savers

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Mine are heavy at the moment to the point I often have to change bedsheets.

I do get anaemic so I'm taking iron in the form of a spray. As the tables cause me extra stomach pain and constipation which at that time of the month makes things ten times worse.

I've found buscopan helps ease some the cramping. "

Brilliant thank you I think the spray would work better for me too x

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

Feel better

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Contraception should help. Some will stop you bleeding completely. Not helpful if you're trying to conceive of course.

Feel better x

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

Contraception can help but do check and be mindful of side effects - the mirena coil was an absolute nightmare for me. I use Buscopan IBS relief to help, prescribed medication for pain and a lot of hot water bottles. Definitely check your iron levels - it takes me a few days to get back to normal.

Have you looked into a menstrual cup? I bought one recently and it's a lot better than changing pads/tampons every two hours.

I hope it's more manageable for you soon x

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thank you so much I've been intrigued about the menstrual Cup.. but have been unsure at this point I will try anything so will have a look what they have online.

Thank you x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Thank you so much I've been intrigued about the menstrual Cup.. but have been unsure at this point I will try anything so will have a look what they have online.

Thank you x"

The cups were a godsend for me before I had my hysterectomy. But you should definitely pursue getting a referral to a gynaecologist to see if there is an underlying issue. It's not pleasant to live with x

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By *irty PrettyWoman
over a year ago

Cardiff

Nothing ever worked for mine, and no-one ever told me that such heavy periods might not be normal, I was just expected to suffer. I went on the pill as soon as I could and it made a huge difference. It was the progesterone only pill at the time as I can’t have the combined pill. However, I’ve now been on Desogestrel for years and I rarely have a period and when I do they’re usually very light.

I hope you can find something that helps, even though it’s been over 20 years I still remember how hellish it was.

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch

Have a word with your GP OP, they might be able to help. I’m being sent for a pelvic scan due to the heaviness. It’s not pleasant and hope you get it resolved soon

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Will echo what others have said about the acid but that can upset your stomach.

The mirena coil make quite a difference and can stop the bleeding altogether for some women. But most go from using towels to panty liners instead.

There are more extreme things if those don't work.

The advice to take iron was a good one as it can knock out your ferritin levels which is your iron stores even when your Full Blood Count is OK. It's worth asking for an FBC and ferritin levels check.

When it comes to iron tablets there are different forms of iron. If you can try and get a stomach friendly form like iron bisglycinate so you don't suffer with constipation etc and always always make sure you're taking vitamin C with your iron to help absorb it.

There are foods and drinks that can hinder absorbing iron so it's worth checking those out and avoiding them when you take the iron for a couple of hours after.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It’s important to rule out any underlying conditions, bleeding that heavy is not normal.

I experienced that, and I’m on iron tablets and awaiting medical intervention.

The coil is helpful in stopping bleeding, but as I say, it’s important to rule out any concerns.

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London

You really must speak to your GP.

I was at risk of heart attack when my iron levels were seriously low from heavy periods.

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By *moothGrooveWoman
over a year ago

Durham

Whilst you're waiting on further investigation, try Always memory foam sanitary pads. They were a God send for me. I now only have to get up once during the night, whereas it was easily 4 times before discovering them.

They're a little pricier, but worth every penny xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"OK I'm sorry to post here but I'm at my wits end.

I need some advice from the ladies regarding 'monthlies'

Are there any home remedies or over counter medicals for heaviness that have been tried and tested?

I'm using maximum night time sanitary products during the daytime and still having to change every 2 hours

Again sorry to post here but its really getting me down."

I’m going to sound totally dumb now but isn’t that normal?

I have to change every hour on day 1 and every couple of hours on day 2 and didn’t think it was a problem health wise... I thought everyone did.

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By *imi_RougeWoman
over a year ago

Portsmouth

Sorry your suffering, it sucks being female.

Second the iron tablets.

Mine are better, more stable, predicable since following the vitamin D protocol. Magnesium is great for so many things. Might be worth some research x

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Please, if you haven’t already, speak to your GP xx "

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By *nabelle21Woman
over a year ago

B38

Aww sorry you're having a tough time.

My flow has always been heavy but manageable so I can't help.

But as has been said, see your doctor.

I hope you find a solution x

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By *odgerNbadgerCouple
over a year ago

Chepstow

Another vote for the mirena coil here! I'm on my 3rd now, probably my last but the first one stopped them entirely, they came back with the 2nd but only light, and this one has stopped them again. I used to be like Carrie... have you been checked for endometriosis and fibroids? X

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch

"OK I'm sorry to post here but I'm at my wits end.

I need some advice from the ladies regarding 'monthlies'

Are there any home remedies or over counter medicals for heaviness that have been tried and tested?

I'm using maximum night time sanitary products during the daytime and still having to change every 2 hours

Again sorry to post here but its really getting me down.

I’m going to sound totally dumb now but isn’t that normal?

I have to change every hour on day 1 and every couple of hours on day 2 and didn’t think it was a problem health wise... I thought everyone did. "

Not a dumb question at all. I’m like you in frequency except 1hr change for two days then reduce. I thought it was normal until the GP questioned it last check up.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m only repeating what others have said but please get yourself seen by the gp. I have very heavy periods due to fibroids and am usually severely anemic to boot. The coil may be a life saver for some, but for others it’s an alternate hell causing both mental and physical problems. The best of luck to you

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By *nabelle21Woman
over a year ago

B38

"You really must speak to your GP.

I was at risk of heart attack when my iron levels were seriously low from heavy periods.

I have never heard of this..never would have given it a thought!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"OK I'm sorry to post here but I'm at my wits end.

I need some advice from the ladies regarding 'monthlies'

Are there any home remedies or over counter medicals for heaviness that have been tried and tested?

I'm using maximum night time sanitary products during the daytime and still having to change every 2 hours

Again sorry to post here but its really getting me down.

I’m going to sound totally dumb now but isn’t that normal?

I have to change every hour on day 1 and every couple of hours on day 2 and didn’t think it was a problem health wise... I thought everyone did.

Not a dumb question at all. I’m like you in frequency except 1hr change for two days then reduce. I thought it was normal until the GP questioned it last check up. "

I haven’t spoke to a GP about that kind of thing in years. Probably since I had my youngest 8 years ago.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hey OP,

Sorry to hear about your having a rough time, as other's have suggested get yourself a GP telephone appt.

I used to have horrendous periods,to the point I had to wear triple protection, and would often be off work during my cycle.

I suffered in silence for too long, and eventually saw the GP , and was prescribed Mefanemic acid along with tranexamic. They suggested the Mirena coil but I didn't want to go down that route myself.

Turned out I also had fibroids and an enormous womb, so all contributed.

Please don't wait to speak to the GP, you really don't have to put up with it.

Best of luck

Sarah xxx

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thank you all ladies I will definitely get it sorted. Didn't realise there could be so many risks/ problems associated with it!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"OK I'm sorry to post here but I'm at my wits end.

I need some advice from the ladies regarding 'monthlies'

Are there any home remedies or over counter medicals for heaviness that have been tried and tested?

I'm using maximum night time sanitary products during the daytime and still having to change every 2 hours

Again sorry to post here but its really getting me down."

No need to say sorry.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Dont suffer,i did for most of my life from my teens until i was 49,if you're sensitive to hormones then dont get the coil..im glad i refused it as if it doesnt suit they're reluctant to take it back out,i was looking at a hysterectomy but took the next alternative down and its worked...now my periods are so light i hardly notice them,best rhing i ever did,cant think why i waited so long,i got my life back cos as you say,its no fun having to change every couple of hours and finding somewhere to do it or not leaving the house for days.

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By *reat me rightWoman
over a year ago

Rotherham

I have been on mefenamic acid for years. Used to work a treat, first cramp pop a (horse) tablet- go about your day. Now i take 3 at a time and get very little relief and my flow is getting heavier. This could very well be to do with being an old fart and imminently going through menopause though. I feel your pain though, I even went and asked for my bits whipped out which they refused as it wasn't necessary. I'm not going to carry another baby and my periods are still regular and heavy- my argument is its entirely bloody necessary xxxxx

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By *offiaCoolWoman
over a year ago

Kidsgrove

Raspberry leaf tea and cinnamon tea is used for heavy bleeding and toning the uterus.

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

On a mooch

"OK I'm sorry to post here but I'm at my wits end.

I need some advice from the ladies regarding 'monthlies'

Are there any home remedies or over counter medicals for heaviness that have been tried and tested?

I'm using maximum night time sanitary products during the daytime and still having to change every 2 hours

Again sorry to post here but its really getting me down.

I’m going to sound totally dumb now but isn’t that normal?

I have to change every hour on day 1 and every couple of hours on day 2 and didn’t think it was a problem health wise... I thought everyone did.

Not a dumb question at all. I’m like you in frequency except 1hr change for two days then reduce. I thought it was normal until the GP questioned it last check up.

I haven’t spoke to a GP about that kind of thing in years. Probably since I had my youngest 8 years ago.

Does it not come up in conversation during your smear test? although mine done by a nurse, after that discussion I was referred to the GP. I said confused why, don’t get pain, just heavy and tiredness; response let’s just check, turns out low in iron (so on pills) and still awaiting pelvic scan. Give your gp or practice nurse a call and have a chat x

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By *argoyleMan
over a year ago

dudley

As a mere male I can only google it, but the best result seems to be:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heavy-periods/

There seem to be a number of causes such as fibroids and endometriosis but really you are going to have to see a GP and if yours will only do teleconsults perhaps you need to change GP.

The NHS site also lists a few possible remedies:

"Various treatments are available for heavy periods, including:

some types of contraception, like an intrauterine system (IUS) or the combined pill

medicines, like tranexamic acid

surgery"

My daughter suffers from endometriosis and so you have my absolute sympathy. - good luck.

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

Yarrow tincture.

Get checked. I had the never ending flooding that meant i couldn't function.

Got TX from Doc.

Ultrasound identified a fibroid.

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By *ehind closed curtainsCouple
over a year ago

East Midlands

Transexamic acid tablets are really good for stopping heavy bleeding.

As far as I know they are only available from the Gp.

Hope you find something that works for you soon.xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Glad to see a couple of men interested in the topic. And as one of them said no need to be sorry for asking OP and we all learn from this threads. Menstruation is something that should have more attention and medical research. Every single woman is so different and there’s no one solution for all. I hope you felt better afterwards

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Raspberry leaf tea and cinnamon tea is used for heavy bleeding and toning the uterus."
yes natural stuff can do wonders. A good Oregano infusion or chamomile tea are very recomendable too.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"OK I'm sorry to post here but I'm at my wits end.

I need some advice from the ladies regarding 'monthlies'

Are there any home remedies or over counter medicals for heaviness that have been tried and tested?

I'm using maximum night time sanitary products during the daytime and still having to change every 2 hours

Again sorry to post here but its really getting me down.

I’m going to sound totally dumb now but isn’t that normal?

I have to change every hour on day 1 and every couple of hours on day 2 and didn’t think it was a problem health wise... I thought everyone did.

Not a dumb question at all. I’m like you in frequency except 1hr change for two days then reduce. I thought it was normal until the GP questioned it last check up.

I haven’t spoke to a GP about that kind of thing in years. Probably since I had my youngest 8 years ago.

I only had a smear test a couple of months ago and I can’t remember anything apart from the fact I asked if I could keep my socks on LOL. As soon as I said it I thought why the fuck am I asking that!

I don’t remember her asking anything about my periods though.

I looked through the list of low iron and I defo match a few including the brittle nails (behind my acrylics I have done to hide it), pale skin (behind the tinted body cream I put on), I get light headed and dizzy a lot too.

Il defo give the GP a call tomorrow. Thanks! X

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By *pursChick aka ShortieWoman
over a year ago

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"OK I'm sorry to post here but I'm at my wits end.

I need some advice from the ladies regarding 'monthlies'

Are there any home remedies or over counter medicals for heaviness that have been tried and tested?

I'm using maximum night time sanitary products during the daytime and still having to change every 2 hours

Again sorry to post here but its really getting me down.

I’m going to sound totally dumb now but isn’t that normal?

I have to change every hour on day 1 and every couple of hours on day 2 and didn’t think it was a problem health wise... I thought everyone did.

Not a dumb question at all. I’m like you in frequency except 1hr change for two days then reduce. I thought it was normal until the GP questioned it last check up.

I haven’t spoke to a GP about that kind of thing in years. Probably since I had my youngest 8 years ago.

I don’t remember her asking anything about my periods though.

Il defo give the GP a call tomorrow. Thanks! X "

Well it was winter, feet would have got cold

You are welcome, hope all goes well with the GP x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hope you find something that helps, I imagine it's about finding what works for you, maybe a combination of the things mentioned.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Just reading through the last few comments thank you all so much and lovely that a couple of men have offered advice too! Will definitely be getting it sorted if it was just the initial couple of days I wouldn't be bothered but its like this 5 out 7 days.

Sending lots of love, your responses have meant a lot in what has been a rubbish time.

I'm such an emotional wreck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Huge hugs to you. It's a horrible thing to deal with. Had the same problem, so can fully sympathize. I ended up having to be prescribed tranexamic acid and patches. Once it had calmed down a little, had the mirena coil fitted and never looked back.

If you're getting tired too, get some of the iron supplement spray,and try and up your intake of green vegetables - spinach and kale are very good and high in iron

Hugs xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Be careful with herbal supplements, if it is something like adenomyosis then raspberry leaf tea is not recommended. It’s important to check contraindications, even in natural remedies.

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By *edonisticHandfulWoman
over a year ago

Mansfield

Everyone else has already covered what I'd advise...luckily my periods improved massively after kids.

I will say that cloth sanitary pads made a massive difference to my actual comfort levels, and you can get post partum pads which would see you through the night comfortably whilst you're sorting out other stuff. Happy to give you links and recommendations if you want to message me. They were a game changer for me.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

"Be careful with herbal supplements, if it is something like adenomyosis then raspberry leaf tea is not recommended. It’s important to check contraindications, even in natural remedies. "

^^^This. Raspberry leaf tea can actually be harmful, as can other supplements. See a GP and ask for the tests already described to rule out fibroids etc and ask for referral to hospital gynaecology. Take it from there

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Wish I could suggest something for you op...sounds miserable. Agree with others...stamp your feet with your gp

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