If you have to deal with menstrual pain every month, you are not alone. In fact, the majority of menstruating women - unless their periods are reduced by hormonal contraceptives - complain of regular abdominal cramps.
Little consolation when you consider that for many people, at least four days a month are a hormonal and painful ordeal .
This article is about which home remedies can help . Maybe you haven't tried all of them yet...
Summary
Menstrual pain is (unfortunately) completely normal and can be stronger or weaker depending on the person.
There are some tips to help ease monthly pain.
Unbearable pain can be a sign of a more serious condition - so don't take your pain lightly!
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Contents
1. Why do we have cramps
During menstruation, the uterus contracts to shed its lining .
These contractions can cause pain known as menstrual cramps.
However, in some cases, other factors can cause more severe pain, such as excessive production of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are hormones released during menstruation that can increase uterine contractions.
2. How can you relieve the pain?
There are many home remedies that can help relieve menstrual pain. Here are some of the best methods:
- Heat : A hot water bottle or heating pad on the stomach or lower back can help relax muscles and relieve pain.
- Relaxation : Try to relax by breathing deeply, practicing yoga or meditation, or listening to your favorite music. Stress and anxiety can make menstrual pain worse.
- Regular exercise : Although it can be difficult to move during your period, light exercise such as walking or gentle stretching can help improve circulation and reduce pain.
- A healthy diet : A balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains can help maintain the balance of hormones in the body and reduce menstrual pain.
- Herbal teas : Herbal teas such as chamomile, ginger or peppermint can help relax muscles and relieve pain.
- Painkillers : There are several painkillers that can be used to relieve menstrual pain, including ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen. Talk to your doctor to find the right painkiller and dosage.
3. Severe pain and nothing helps?
Do you have incredibly severe pain every time you have your period, which cannot be relieved by painkillers and certainly not by home remedies ? There are a number of illnesses that can cause severe menstrual pain and could be the reason for your severe pain. Here are a few examples:
- Endometriosis : This is a condition in which the tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside the uterus. This can cause pain, cramping, and irregular bleeding.
- Fibroids : Fibroids are benign growths that can grow in the uterus. They can cause severe pain and bleeding.
- Adenomyosis : This is a condition in which the tissue that normally lines the uterus grows into the uterine muscles. This can cause pain, cramping, and bleeding.
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) : This is an infection of the reproductive organs caused by sexually transmitted bacteria. It can cause lower abdominal pain, irregular bleeding, and fever.
- Ovarian cysts : Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can form on the ovaries. They can cause pain, cramping, and bleeding.
Are you worried that you might have one of these diseases? Don't panic, everything will be fine! Go to your gynecologist - they can carry out an examination to determine whether one of these diseases is present and recommend the appropriate treatment.
4. Conclusion
If you have severe pain that is not relieved by home remedies or painkillers, you should see a doctor to determine if further treatment is needed.
But in most cases, the tips above can help relieve menstrual pain. You don't have to suffer through pain and discomfort. There are things you can do to make this time of the month more comfortable. So, try these tips and find what works best for you.
And we don't mean to diminish your pain in any way! Period cramps are crap and sometimes take a lot out of you. Hang in there and be gentle with yourself. Soon you'll feel better again.
