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Cramping and bleeding
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Cramping and bleeding
I'm done with two doses of Methotrexate. Below are my values
July 29th - 3614
July 30th - Methotrexate
August 1st - 776
August 8th - 1265, Methotrexate
August 13th - 906
August 18th - 593
I started bleeding a week after 1st dose. Had extreme cramping for 2 days after 2nd dose. Cramping is getting better now but every 4 days once I wake up around 2.30am with moderate cramping and bleeding. Sometimes I feel constipated at times it's like diarrhoea heard it's one of the side effects of methotrexate. I started taking green tea from August 13th and I think it helped to bring down my levels to an extent.
Also I notice a pattern like if I travel or eat heavy meal before bedtime it triggers bowel moment which leads to cramping and bleeding.
Pls share your experience and let me know what helped you to reduce sudden cramping at odd hours. Is bleeding good at this point of time? How long will I bleed?
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Re: Cramping and bleeding
I would just keep note of how many pads you’re going through in a day and if the pain becomes unmanageable it’s probably best to go to the ER.
For cramping my doctor said it’s fine to take Tylenol but to avoid ibuprofen as it can make your stomach bleed.
Hope this help.
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Re: Cramping and bleeding
In the beginning I was have very bad intestinal comfort. I had bad gas that was escaping which made me have an hard time to even sit down. I was told I could take mylanta so I took it everyday for anwhile. Also had intestinal cramping every time I had to use the bathroom which isn’t fun. I still get it now but not as bad. It gets better with time. I asked my doctor about that as well and thankfully it is normal with the medication.
Good luck with your process! It does get better, try and stay positive. Every week that passes is every week closer to the finish line!
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Re: Cramping and bleeding
Hope your pain is getting better. I had my blood work today and my levels have reduced to 118. The pattern looks like every week the HCG reduces by 50%. I am feeling much better now. Intestinal cramping is almost gone and bleeding is reduced. But every once or twice a week I have this heavy bleeding and cramping which disturbs my sleep cycle.
I haven't had my ultrasound yet. Guess my doc is waiting to check ultrasound once it reaches 0. Good luck to you and keep me posted on your updates
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