What is the reason for painful irregular periods?

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You should seek the advice of a specialist to have a full gynecological evaluation. You may have fibroids or another underlying condition which is causing the excessive bleeding and pain. There may also be drug therapies to help alleviate both of those symptoms and improve your quality of daily life.

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Primary dysmenorrhea is the technical phrase for the cramping pain that accompanies your menstrual p...

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There is often a cure for the underlying conditions that cause secondary dysmenorrhea. Conditions li...

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One out of two women who have their period suffer from dysmenorrhea. Most women who experience prima...

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Dysmenorrhea refers to intense pain and cramping during the menstrual cycle. Menstruation occurs whe...

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Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods)

Many women are plagued by menstrual cramps from time to time, but did you know that there is a medical term for it? Dysmenorrhea is the official name for menstrual cramps. Cramps can occur right before your period is about to start, and might continue for several days. While some women may be able to cope with these lower abdominal cramps, they may at times, debilitate you. You may sometimes notice other symptoms that coincide with the cramps including diarrhea, sweating, nausea, and/or feeling faint. Some women find that medication helps to ease their menstrual cramps while others swear by the use of a heating pad and other non-drug therapies. Interestingly, childbirth can sometimes put an end to dysmenorrheal unless it has been caused by a medical state. Talk to your doctor to discuss pain relief options that will work for you.

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