Period Pain
(Also known as dysmenorrhoea)
Period pain is a common condition experienced by many women. It can range from mild to severe, and is typically caused by cramps.
Period pain is a common condition experienced by many women. It can range from mild to severe, and is typically caused by cramps.
You might have period pain if you have:
Painful cramps in your belly
Sharp or dull pain in your belly
Pain or discomfort before or during your period
- Your womb contracts to remove the uterine lining
- Higher prostaglandin levels, prompting contractions
- Narrowing of the cervix, causing stronger cramps
- Conditions such as endometriosis or fibroids
- Cramping or dull, throbbing pain in the lower abdomen
- Pain that radiates to the lower back and thighs
- Bloating or feeling of fullness in the abdomen
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea in severe cases
- Have a relaxing bath or shower
- Use over-the-counter painkillers such as ibuprofen or paracetamol
- Apply heat to the abdomen with a heating pad or warm compress
- Consider using a contraceptive that thins the lining of your womb
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