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[Zita71]

Hi guys sorry to be pain but would like to ask all the females when you get your periods does fibro seem to get worst just before they come x x soft hugs to everybody x x

[phlebo123]

Hiya

I was always of the opinion that fibromyalgia made my period symptoms worse.... but I guess you could look at it the other way round!! I know my symptoms were always worse around that "time of the month"

Fortunately I am now post menopausal.... but sadly the fibromyalgia symptoms still remain

Sorry I can't really offer you any advice on making "periods" more bearable... just painkillers, hot water bottle, maybe ask your doctor for some advice. Xx

[peacelily1972]

Hi Zita71, sorry to hear that you are suffering. In reply to your question, it's the opposite for me! Two days before my period is due I have a huge relief in symptoms and feel like I can conquer the world, which is unfortunately followed by a huge crash and burn! May I suggest raspberry leaf tea which may help with period related pains. I have been drinking this for years at that time of the month and they work a treat. I'm afraid they don't work for Fibro pains but if they can ease the period pains even a little it may be worth a try. Soft healing hugs to you x

[lkm3s]

3 or 4 days before I get very ouchie. Everything hurts and I start to doubt my ability to cope any longer. Then I have the miserable first days of period before coming back to life again. I hate it.

[Zita71 in reply to lkm3s]

You and me both x x thanks for replying x x

[Lolis]

Hi

Yes, although mine is worst during, massive hip/back pain & cramps.

It was a little bit better when I was on the combined pill.

Now I'm on the mini pill (progestogen only) the GP warned me that this could make the bleeding worse for a while, but I have found the opposite is true - my periods have stopped all together! I've been to check this is ok and I'm not pregnant & its not dangerous, just a side effect of the medication. Its a win-win from my perspective