Okay, so last month I had an IUD installed (inserted?) and while I was warned of some 'moderate' cramping when my period started, so one mentioned the SEVERE cramps!. They're bad enough that I can probably tell you exactly where the IUD is placed. What's odd is how sporadic they are. This started yesterday am, then stopped in the evening (in sync with bleeding like a stuck pig. WHen the cramps stop, so does the bleeding). It started again a couple hours ago. I have a call in to my md, just to be sure I'm okay.

I've always had easy periods, so this is totally new to me! Does anyone have a miracle cure? Other than chocolate, otc drugs, heat and the like. I was going to go the the gym after work, but wine is sounding better.

I can handle a fair amount of pain, and my periods have never been more than uncomfortable. This is really bizzare. Thank goodness I have a desk job.