Painful Periods (Dysmenorrhea) Treatment in Indore

Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods) -Overview.

Description:

Dysmenorrhea can be defined as severe menstrual cramps or pelvic pain during menstruation. It is a female gynaecological complaint that is one of the most prevalent issues in women of reproductive age. The pain can start several days before menstruation and may last several days. There are primary (not associated with any underlying condition) and secondary (resulting in disorders of the reproductive system) dysmenorrhea.

Types of Dysmenorrhea

Primary Dysmenorrhea- A painful period without any reproductive pathology, which is typically due to an excess of prostaglandins that result in uterine contractions.

Secondary Dysmenorrhea Painful menstruation due to diseases such as endometriosis, Uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), or ovarian cysts.

Common Symptoms

Sharp pain or cramping of the lower abdomen.

Aching in the lower back or thighs.

Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea.

Headaches or dizziness.

Irritability or fatigue in the course of the menstrual cycle.

Causes

Hormonal disorders: The overproduction of prostaglandins results in stronger uterine contractions.

Endometriosis: proliferation of uterine lining tissue outside the uterus.

Uterine fibroids or adenomyosis: Benign growths in the uterus.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): Reproductive organ infections.

Ovarian cysts: Sacs of fluid on the ovaries that cause pain.

Treatment of Dysmenorrhea

1. Lifestyle & Home Remedies

Heat (heating pads) the lower abdomen.

Frequent yoga and exercise can help decrease cramps.

Proper hydration and proper nutrition.

Meditation or relaxation is a way of dealing with stress.

2. Medications

Cramps NSAIDs (ibuprofen) to relieve pain.

Modifying hormonal birth control to control or slow down the menstrual cycle.

Drugs that address the causes (e.g., hormonal therapy of endometriosis).

3. Surgery or High Tech Treatment.

Substitution of laparoscopy when dealing with endometriosis.

Hysterectomy of uterine fibroids.

Other interventions in case of failure of conservative treatment.

Prevention & Management Tips

Monitor menstrual cycles to determine the trend or aggravation of symptoms.

Proper body weight and exercise routine.

Do not smoke and drink too much alcohol.

Consult a gynaecologist immediately whenever unusual, severe pain or worsening of the same.

Take medical treatment and prescriptions for root causes.