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There are two primary types of these difficult or painful periods - primary and secondary dysmenorrhea.
Additional risk factors for these cramps include:
Being younger than 20 years of age
Starting puberty at age 11 or younger
Menorrhagia - heavy bleeding during periods
Never given birth.
Several underlying medical conditions are also capable of causing menstrual cramps. These include:
Endometriosis - the tissue that lines the uterus develops outside the uterus
Uterine fibroids - noncancerous tumors and growths in the wall of the uterus
Adenomyosis - the tissue that lines your uterus grows into the muscular walls of the uterus
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) - a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacterium
Cervical stenosis - the opening of the cervix is small and limits menstrual flow.
Symptoms of menstrual cramps include:
Dull, throbbing, cramping pain in the lower abdomen
Pain in the lower back and thighs
Nausea
Vomiting
Sweating
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Loose stools
Constipation
Bloating in the belly area
Headaches
Lightheadedness - feeling faint.
Additional treatments that have been suggested to relieve menstrual cramp pain include:
Soaking in a hot bath
Fu yan Pill
Using a heating pad on your lower abdomen
Sex
Yoga
Massages
Meditation
Acupuncture
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
Dietary supplements (such as vitamin E, thiamin and omega-3).
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Is chocolate good for menstrual cramps?
No, chocolate isn't good for menstrual cramps - on the one hand caffeine in chocolate can make menstrual cramps worse for some people, on the other hand it makes you happy so more relaxed which helps with cramps. If you experience menstrual cramps it's best to prevent cramps, and although dietary changes can reduce cramps chocolate has no impact on menstrual cramps.
How can birth control pills help cramps?
Menstrual cramps are caused by a chemical found in the menstrual fluid. By reducing the amount of menstrual fluid, the pill reduces cramps.
Does nyquil help relieve menstrual cramps?
Nyquil is for a cough and sore throat not for menstrual cramps.
Why do I not have menstrual cramps?
Menstrual cramps are common but they are not a normal part of healthy menstruation - it's when you have menstrual cramps that there is something wrong. Taboos surrounding menstruation have a major effect on menstrual cramps so those who are more comfortable with their period are less likely to experience cramps, also note that most people can prevent cramps with lifestyle changes.
Does menstrual cramps affect fertility?
No, menstrual cramps are a symptom of a problem not the cause of a problem. Menstrual cramps are most commonly a result of hormonal imbalance, but if severe ask your doctor for tests.
What are the Chemicals in menstrual cramps?
The hormone-like chemicals responsible for menstrual cramps are called prostaglandins. These normally don't cause menstrual cramps, they are produced to cause the uterus to contract to push out menstrual flow, but in larger quantities they cause inflammation.
Would tylenol help for period cramps?
Yes, Tylenol will help ease the pain of menstrual cramps - all non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs all work on menstrual cramps as it is inflammation caused by hormones that cause uterine contraction which cause menstrual cramps. It is however far better to prevent yourself from getting menstrual cramps to begin with, often lifestyle changes alone are enough to prevent menstrual cramps.
You just started your period today and have cramps and you used a tampon is it bad?
Menstrual cramps are common but they are not normal - most people can prevent menstrual cramps with lifestyle changes, but if severe you should talk to your doctor about finding the cause. Tampons can increase menstrual cramps as they can expand into the cervix. You may be better using menstrual cups, softcups, or pads if you find tampons increase your menstrual cramps.
Can you have cramps and still be pregnant?
Yes, if you have cramps but no menstrual flow, you can be pregnant.
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Difference between appendix pain and menstrual cramps?
Appendix pain is likely to be fatal if not treated..... menstrual cramps can't kill you.
