digestive problems before/during period

iVillage Member
Registered: 08-18-2004
digestive problems before/during period
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Wed, 03-09-2005 - 10:33pm

Is this a common problem?

The week before my period, I become EXTREMELY bloated, with a huge, distended tummy, and sometimes very constipated. As soon as my period begins this problem disappears, and I frequently experience diarrhea during the period itself. I run and eat a healthy diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, so these are not usually problems during the rest of the cycle.

Does anyone else experience this, and does anyone have any tips or advice for lessening the discomfort?

iVillage Member
Registered: 03-23-2003
Thu, 03-10-2005 - 1:10pm

Hi Dcmelissa!


Welcome to the board.

 
iVillage Member
Registered: 10-14-2003
Thu, 03-10-2005 - 5:10pm

Hi and Welcome to iVillage,
You are not alone with bloating

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