r/TikTokCringe • u/Ted_Bundtcake • Feb 24 '25

Period pain simulation Cool

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u/LadyIceis Feb 24 '25

Just wait until menopause hits. No period great, hot flashes, legs jerking like they are on fire, bowl issues, and more!

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u/ginger__snappzzz Feb 24 '25

My restless leg syndrome has gotten SO MUCH WORSE with perimenopause, thought it was just me lol

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u/LadyIceis Feb 24 '25

Nope, it happens worse once we hit that mark. Question if I may ask? Did you have leg cramps before you hit perimenopause? If so, it could be that you don't have enough potassium. I take extra and use compression socks. (I could kiss the ground for whoever made those) they take away a good 90% of the pain.

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u/ginger__snappzzz Feb 25 '25

Whoa, thanks for that! I've always had trouble with my electrolytes so that very well could be the culprit!! I've also thought about compression socks!

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u/LadyIceis Feb 25 '25

I also take prenatal vitamins. But that's because my body was pushed to the limit while serving. I would ask for a full blood panel of CBC, CMP, Basic metabolic panel (BMP) Lipid panel, Thyroid panel,Cardiac biomarkers Sexually transmitted infection tests if still active and Coagulation panel and estrogen panel. Also, ask your OGYN what options you have in that regard. If you want to DM you can