Why do you get a backache when you get your period?

Answer 1

• A lot of women get lower Back pain during their period and don't have endometriosis. During menstruation, the womb has to contract in order for the uterus lining to be pushed out of the vagina (similar to, but not as severe as, labour contractions). Because certain muscles are being used more strenuously during your period than usual, they tend to cramp (like you'd get cramp if you did a workout and didn't stretch properly beforehand). This is what causes period pains. Muscle and tissue etc is connected, so cramping in these muscles can sometimes cause cramp in lower back muscles/tissue. The pain is most probably caused by this; your body working a little harder to expel the uneeded lining. Who'd be a woman, aye? As it's usually cramp, the best way to relieve the aches and pains is to do some light exercise. Just a gentle walk can ease pain, if you can manage it. If not, just take painkillers, relax, and try and breathe through the worst of it.
• Oh, well, I got lower back pain from my period because I had endometriosis and also because I walked hunched over during my period because it hurt more to stand up straight. Why you get lower back pain might be different but there is a good chance that it is the same reason. If you are in good shape, sit up straight and have no other reason for back pain give your GYN a call. Endometriosis often goes unnoticed for years because so many women have mild symptoms or none or ignore the ones they do have. But, it is the number one cause of infertility in women. It can be a serious health problem. It might just be that you are more sensitive to pain or some other non-issue but it could be the sign of a real health problem.

Answer 2

I have lower back pain during my period. It''s like the pain you get from slouching in your chair for too long. When I first got back pain from my period, I thought that it was because of my bad posture. I suspected it was something else when it didn't go away.

I did some research and found out that it's no different to cramps in your stomach except it's in your lower back. It's nothing to worry about. If it is distracting you from daily activities, you can take some painkillers or if it's worse, see a doctor.

I find, to ease the pain, you could do some gentle excercise like swimming or walking around the block. Also, my yoga teacher showed me that you can lie on your back with your butt up against the wall. You make your legs rest vertically against the wall so that your body makes a right angle. I use this method all the time because it really helps.

Answer 3

Low back pain during menstruation is typically muscular in nature and thought to be caused by hormone changes. Prostaglandins, hormones released during a menstrual cycle to promote uterine contraction to shed the uterine lining, can affect the lower back muscles. An excess of prostaglandins causes dysmenorrheal or painful menstruation.

There are many things you can do that might ease your discomfort. Using moist heat three or four times a day, going for walks, or you may be prescribed some anti-inflammatory medicine that you will start taking a few days before your period begins might all help you manage this pain.

Answer 4

First, it depends WHERE in your back you feel pain. As one example, Flank Pain (on the sides, right above the waist/hips) can be a kidney infection. Second, it depends on HOW much you weighed before and now. Third, it depends on WHAT trimester you are in, and WHETHER you had any prior back pain.

Generally speaking, and directly related to pregnancy (without any other minor or major non-pregnancy cause), pregnant women can have abdominal or back pain as the uterus stretches, the fetus grows, and as the woman puts on extra weight. Women can have hip pain as hormones begin to stretch and relax ligaments; this can worsen in the third trimester in preparation for birth.

Answer 5

PMS affects all your body, like the way it gives you stomach pains or headaches or dizziness. Don't worry its normal.

Answer 6

As the blood tissues in your ovary (which are on the three sides) get thicker, they can cause pain to your back, stomach and legs.

Answer 7

It could be the muscles (located in your lower abdomin) are straining those on or near your back. It is typical to get cramps or aches during your period.

Answer 8

YES!!! i sometimes have that happen to me. You are not alone, it happens to a lot of my friends, and me. Usually an aspirin helps. GOOD LUCK! (: