If you are young woman aged around 20-30, who for a few years suffering from excruciating pain and cramps during your periods, tried every remedy possible – painkillers, hot water bags, pills – but nothing seemed to help improve the situation then you should know that unbearable preiod pain is not always normal.
You had to remember that ” Some discomfort during menstruation is common, abnormal pain is NOT “
Crampy Period Pain/Dysmenorrhoea
Menstrual cramps are also known as Dysmenorrhea . It is a kind of throbbing or crampy pains felt by women in the lower abdomen. Many women have this menstrual cramps just before menses and some women feels during their menstrual periods.Even some women has non menstrual bleeding known as Spotting which might be associated with pain
Dysmenorrhea Symptoms
Most women have some pain with their menstrual periods. For some women, severe pain comes with other symptoms.
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness
Primary & Secondary Dysmenorrhoea
Primary dysmenorrhea is the type of cramping pain that usually seen to come before or during menstrual period. This pain is caused by circulating natural chemicals from our body Prostaglandins. They are produced from the lining of the uterus.
Prostaglandins are responsible to cause the muscles and blood vessels of the uterus to contract leading to spasm . It is the first day of menstrual period, when the level of prostaglandins is abruptly high. As the bleed continues, the lining of the uterus is shed off via menstruation , the level of Prostaglandins goes down. This is why pain tends to decline from the onset to first few days of period after.
Secondary dysmenorrhea is seen usually due to some problems in the reproductive organs of a woman. The pain tends to get worse over the days and it often lasts longer than the normal menstrual cramps in a woman
Causes of Dysmenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea, the severe period pain, can be a sign of underlying issues such. There are two types of dysmenorrhea in women. One is primary and another is secondary Dysmenorrhea. This can be due to underlying
- Endometriosis
- Chocolate cysts
- Uterine fibroid
Diagnosis of Period Pain / Dysmenorrhea
Early diagnosis is crucial because it paves the way for better outcomes. Delaying action can lead to infertility, need for surgeries in the near future.
Don’t brush off and overlook unbearable preiod pain as “normal.” Pain during your periods should be there but shouldn’t interfere with your daily life.
For those experiencing abnormal period pain, it’s necessary to consider some Biochemical lab tests and Ultrasounds .
Pay attention to your lifestyle
Are Using safe cosmetics ?
Arey you Eating nutritious meals?
Is your Vitamin – D level normal ?
Have you Getting proper sleep ?
Are you maintaining a healthy weight?
Complications
Menstrual cramps usually don’t cause any other medical complications as such to women. But sometimes they can badly interfere with regular schooling, work and social activities.
Endometriosis can cause fertility problems in reproductive age group women .
Also known as PID, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease can lead to scarring or occlusion of fallopian tubes. This imposes increasing risk of a fertilized ovam to get implanted outside of uterus leading to ectopic pregnancy which can cause early first trimester bleeding.
Adenomyosis a rare condition in which the uterine lining epithelial cells grows into the muscular wall of the uterus. This abnormal presence causes inflammation, pressure effects , and pain. It can also be a reason for longer or heavier period cramps.
Treat Dysmenorrhea at Home
As a home remedy you can try these
Massage your abdomen gently
– You can take a warm bath
– Doing regular physical exercise is a good solution
– You can Practice Yoga Bayam and relaxation techniques
– Anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, drotin decreases pro inflammatory cytokines and can be used several days before onset of Pain
– You can take Vitamins and Supplements
Vitamin B-6 Vitamin B-1 Vitamin E Vitamin D
Omega-3 fatty acids
Calcium Tablets
Magnesium Tablets
Meet A Doctor
Seek prompt medical attention if the preiod pain goes beyond your body ie. It is associated with
Associated Fever/ Severe Pelvic Pain / Sudden Onset of Pain / Pain associated with Foul -smelling Vaginal Discharge.
Take Home Massege
Don’t suffer in silence. Rather know yourself and be conscious about your health.
Remember, your health is an invaluable asset, and seeking answers by consulting a physician is a sign of strength, no hesitation should be there for going to a doctor for treatment.
