Can you suggest any pain medication that might give me relief until I have a hysterectomy. I am having debilitating pain two or three days every month now. I have tried aspirin, aceteminophen, ibuprofen, and my doctor prescribed Ponstel. None of this is helping. A hot bath gives minor relief, as does a heating pad. I am 48 years old and work full time at a busy law firm. I had the ablation and tubal ligation approximately two years ago. It stopped helping me about six months ago, and each month gets worse. Thanks for any advice. I am desperate at this point. It is 3:49 am, and I get up at 7:00 to get ready for work.