Upper abdominal bloating/pain during period

[Elderberrybabe]

Just that really. I'm 43 and periods have become progressively worse since coming off contraception 2 years ago. I have a B shaped belly and the top of it really hurts and bloats during my period. I'm on day 3 and it's still really uncomfortable. Is this normal? Should I be concerned?
I have GP phone call tomorrow morning but, I really need talking down off the ledge.

Have you tried eating gluten free for a week see if it makes a difference. Hormones can impact digestion and I spent years struggling not realising but in the last 6mths I’ve eaten GF it’s completely changed.

Thanks for the advice. No I've never tried GF. But, it's definitely something I'll look into. Glad it worked for you :)