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Re: My Daughter

From: Robin (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 20 Jul 2001 16:43:29 -0500 (CDT)


At Fri, 20 Jul 2001, Beth wrote: >
>My daughter is 8 years old. She has started her menstual cycle complete
>with cramps. I realize that this is a natural thing to happen. My
>question is what can I do to help ease her discomfort. Is there
>medication available for children the way there is for adults (such as
>midol)? Are there any other precautions that I need to take with her
>being so young?

Beth,

Have you talked with her pediatrician? To me, eight years old seems a little young.

As for the discomfort, women use Motrin for cramps. Can she take the Children's Motrin? Give her Pediatrician a call or your Pharmacist to see.

Best of luck to both of you! Robin

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~Robin~

I'm not a Dr. or any type of Medical Professional. The information I share is based on what I have experienced personally or what I have learned.




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