Replied by Mama to Many (TN) on 10/09/2021

I have had upper thigh pain related to cycle difficulties and it is pretty miserable and even surprising. I didn't even connect the pain at first.

I really do not have a guess at the cause, but agree that hormones seem to be at play, given the regular timing of the pain.

I have found that red raspberry leaf tea is amazing for female pelvic difficulties. It is the first thing that came to my mind that you could try. Traditional Medicines makes a quality tea bag. I buy them by the case of 6 boxes and drink three strong cups of the tea a day when I need to.

Castor oil packs or charcoal poultices are also very helpful for relieving pain. I have used both (not at the same time) on the lower abdomen overnight many times. Not only do they relieve pain, they are healing. Either one has the potential to reduce the fibroid. (Don't use castor oil packs during your cycle though, as that can increase the bleeding.)

Herbalist Rachel Weaver recommends keeping animal products (even organic ones) to a minimum when you are dealing with female difficulties and estrogen dominance. Because animals meat and milk contains hormones (even organic ones, because all animals have hormones, the organic ones just may have less.)

Keeping sugar and processed foods to a minimum is also helpful when dealing with any kind of pain or hormonal issue.

If you cannot get relief for your problem, you might consider getting a second opinion. I agree that relying on pain meds long term is not an ideal solution!

~Mama to Many~