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In tears in the restaurant bathroom.. TW: Periods

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mygodd · 24/01/2026 11:52

I know this is probably stupid but here goes.

come out this afternoon for a really special celebratory meal with my DH and his family.

I am currently on my period, however when I woke up this morning I woke up in a pool of blood. My underwear, pyjamas, bed linen - all of it was ruined. I’m sorry this is probably TMI. I didn’t have much pain, just surprised me.

Anyway - I am currently in said restaurant and I’m really struggling. My stomach is cramping beyond belief, literally one wave after the other and I can feel ‘gushes’ (I’m sorry Blush)

I excused myself to come to the bathroom and literally cannot get off the toilet. I’ve been in here over half an hour and have text. DH to please explain to his parents I’m not feeling well.

My stomach is literally agony and I feel like I could pass out from the waves of cramps. Literally one after the other and the bleeding has gotten really heavy again.

I am on the implant so whilst I do get ‘periods’ they can sometimes be irregular / I skip them.

I am sorry this is probably TMI but I’m in so much pain I’m just doubled over and can barely move. I don’t know if this is normal or not. 😩

OP posts:
Climbingrosexx · 24/01/2026 18:37

I was going to say 111 at the very least but glad you went to A&E. Wishing you well OP

usedtobeaylis · 24/01/2026 18:36

Oh this sounds so terrifying for you OP. I'm glad you're in a safe place and being attended to. And how awful that women doubt A&E is the place to go with several pain and bleeding.

Livpool · 24/01/2026 18:32

Hope you get sorted OP - it’s a cliche but you’re in the best place

longtompot · 24/01/2026 18:31

Oh my word @mygodd I was going to emphasise with you and say I've had a similar experience but just reading your updates, mine were nothing like what you've been through (out for the day with my parents, got to destination and flooded. Got to the loos but didn't have any pads on me and no wipes. Had to clean up best I could and use wads of loo roll. Cut short my day out and had to get my dh to come and pick me up)
I am glad you are in hospital and being treated. I hope you will feel much more comfortable very soon 💐

Jumimo · 24/01/2026 18:31

So glad you went to hospital and are being treated.💐

SevenYellowHammers · 24/01/2026 18:25

Just sending love, prayers and hugs. Let us know how you’re doing when you can x

PotatoLove · 24/01/2026 18:21

Just read your update OP, very glad you went to A&E.

PotatoLove · 24/01/2026 18:19

I'm so sorry OP, can your DH pop out to a shop and get you some heavy duty pads etc? I feel for you ❤

Lovemybunnies · 24/01/2026 18:17

Hi OP I’m so glad to read that you went to A&E and got help. Rest up and get well soon.

Kepler22B · 24/01/2026 18:12

i’m so glad you were seen and being looked after.

Hope you have a restful night.

Yorkshirelass04 · 24/01/2026 18:01

Hope you feel better soon. I understand feeling like a fraud at A&E with period pain as I had a very similar episode as you. But it's really important you get the root cause sorted.

youalright · 24/01/2026 17:56

mygodd · 24/01/2026 17:17

Thank you all, I hate having to go to hospital and especially hate the thought of wasting anyone’s time, but I am glad I’ve been seen.

Have been hooked up just now to an IV drip for fluid and am resting in a ward until we know the next steps.

You're not wasting anyone times also speak to the hospital or gp about checking your iron levels as its a lot of blood to lose and you might need some iron

Londonrach1 · 24/01/2026 17:53

Just seen your updates. You did the right thing going to hospital. Hope you feeling better soon x

Londonrach1 · 24/01/2026 17:51

Please seek medical attention as you said this isn't what you normally are like. You not spoiling the meal as you are unwell and need support and help. Hugs x

viktoria · 24/01/2026 17:51

All the best for you.
So glad you're in hospital and being looked after

NettlesandBrambles · 24/01/2026 17:51

So glad to hear you’re waiting to be seen.
Periods can be truly awful, I don’t know how many times I’ve been caught in a similar situation.

Because heavy periods have always been a norm to me, I never thought to seek help until recently. When I consulted my gp, she said I probably have endometriosis and recommended mirena coil (I had had 2 kids and was feeling “done” by this point). Had it fitted last year and never looked back. Wish I’d had it done earlier.

All the best.

Original poster
mygodd · 24/01/2026 17:46

Thank you all so much, I really am grateful for all of your help and well wishes x

OP posts:
BubblesandTiara · 24/01/2026 17:45

If you are in absolute agony, A&E is NEVER wasting anyone's time. Hope the pain is gone at least

acorncrush · 24/01/2026 17:41

mygodd · 24/01/2026 17:17

Thank you all, I hate having to go to hospital and especially hate the thought of wasting anyone’s time, but I am glad I’ve been seen.

Have been hooked up just now to an IV drip for fluid and am resting in a ward until we know the next steps.

So glad you went to A&E and have been seen. So sorry you’re going through this it sounds so painful and scary.

GreenPaperCut · 24/01/2026 17:39

Well done for recognising this wasn’t normal and going to hospital. You have nothing to apologise for about the meal it can’t be heled

Happyjoe · 24/01/2026 17:39

Good luck OP, hoping all goes well. Frightening times.x

PluckyChancer · 24/01/2026 17:37

Goodness OP, that sounds horrific!

I’m glad your DH is a good fella and you’ve got a bed on a ward and you’re being looked after. Take it easy and sending you hugs. 🤗

As another poster says, blood and other boldly fluids are easily washed out of fabric so your bedding won’t be ruined. Get your DH to put it all in the bath and soak it in cold water for a bit to get most of the blood out, before washing it in a biological detergent.

ReadingSoManyThreads · 24/01/2026 17:34

BillieWiper · 24/01/2026 17:34

Ask your partner to go to nearest shop and get you strong pain relief and period products and wipes if needed. No need to be embarrassed.

Book an appointment with the GP and ask for a gynae referral as this sounds so painful for you.

She's in hospital now, on a ward.

BillieWiper · 24/01/2026 17:34

Ask your partner to go to nearest shop and get you strong pain relief and period products and wipes if needed. No need to be embarrassed.

Book an appointment with the GP and ask for a gynae referral as this sounds so painful for you.

Littlejellyuk · 24/01/2026 17:32

mygodd · 24/01/2026 17:17

Thank you all, I hate having to go to hospital and especially hate the thought of wasting anyone’s time, but I am glad I’ve been seen.

Have been hooked up just now to an IV drip for fluid and am resting in a ward until we know the next steps.

Just read through all your posts and you poor lady! 😔
I hope you feel better soon and you are deffo in the best place now 💯