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hi all. i am a 22 year old and have had my j pouch since i was 18. Ever since then i have struggled with painful periods. does anyone have any advice on how to handle cramps? i was also wondering if anyone has taken aleve for their period with a j pouch. my doctor told me to avoid ibuprofen. i am pretty desperate and would love to hear from someone. thank you!! 

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If bothersome and limiting your life I would discuss NSAIDs with your GI doc as often you only need to take them for the first day or 2 of your period and this limited use is really of questionable risk for triggering pouchitis which is the feared complication in j pouchers. NSAIDs work on prostaglandins and reduce pain and inflammation which is why they are so effective for menstrual cramps. Tylenol is simply a mild pain killer. It may work for some but doesn’t cut it for many.  If NSAIDs are a no go per your GI then you could consider an oral contraceptive. If cramping is bad endometriosis should be considered and suppressing ovulation can really help. Long story short, don’t suffer with cramps. Ask your gyn for advice and clear it with GI if necessary. I wish you relief. Cramps can really suck.

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