Heat helps to relax the muscles in your uterus that are contracting to make it hurt. Heat doesn't just relieve menstrual cramps, but just cramps in general. If you don't want a heating pad, then heat a waterbottle or take a hot bath or drink hot cider or tea. And take Advil. Because it thins your blood so it can flow easier :) good luck yo.
A patient with heat cramps should rest until the body cools down. Heat cramps are an indicator of the body overheating and heat exhaustion could occur.
You should drink at least 16 to 32 ounces of water to treat heat cramps. This water will help cool the body down enough to let the cramps subside.
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heat stroke, heat cramps and heat exhaustion
Prompt treatment for heat cramps is usually very effective with the individual returning to activity thereafter.
Heat cramps are the least severe of the heat-related illnesses. This heat disorder is often the first signal that the body is having difficulty with increased temperature.
Heat cramps are the least severe form of heat illness. They are caused by dehydration and electrolyte imbalances and are characterized by painful muscle cramps and spasms. Heat cramps can usually be treated with rest, hydration, and electrolyte replacement.