How is dysmenorrhea treated?
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Treatment for dysmenorrhea depends on its cause. For primary dysmenorrhea, there are many ways you can ease the pain, including taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication, exercising regularly, applying heat to cramps, and practicing relaxation techniques. In some cases, your doctor may also prescribe birth control pills to lighten your period. For secondary dysmenorrhea, treatment depends on the underlying gynecological cause. For example, fibroids - benign uterine tumors - may be treated using medication, hormone therapy, or surgery.
Treatment for dysmenorrhea depends on its cause. For primary dysmenorrhea, there are many ways you can ease the pain, including taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication, exercising regularly, applying heat to cramps, and practicing... More -
Dr. Robin Miller answered:Dysmenorrhea is treated with healthy eating, exercise, yoga and massage. Anti-inflammatories such as Advil and Aleve are also helpful. Warm compresses provide some relief. Acupuncture and acupressure have been found to relieve dysmenorrhea. Calcium and magnesium may also be helpful.
When dysmenorrhea becomes debilitating birth control pills will often be prescribed and that will diminish the menstrual flow and the cramps.
Dysmenorrhea is treated with healthy eating, exercise, yoga and massage. Anti-inflammatories such as Advil and Aleve are also helpful. Warm compresses provide some relief. Acupuncture and acupressure have been found to relieve dysmenorrhea. Calcium... More
