periods pain (Dysmenorrhea)

PERIODS PAIN

 a painful involuntary spasmodic contraction of a muscle. 2 : a temporary paralysis of muscles from overuse — compare writer's cramp. 3 a : sharp abdominalpain —usually used in plural. b : persistent and often intense though dull lower abdominal pain associated with dysmenorrhea —usually used in plural. 

CAUSES

  the cramps you feel as a result of dysmenorrhea are caused by uterine contractions (when your uterus tightens and relaxes, allowing blood to leave your uterus)

  • The lining of your uterus releases special chemicals called “prostaglandins” . These chemicals are released from the lining of the uterus and increase the strength of the contractions, especially during the first couple of days of a woman’s menstrual cycle (when levels are high)
  • High levels of prostaglandins may also cause nausea, diarrhea and light headed ness.
SYMPTOMS
  •  lower back pain 
  •  cramping in the lower area of the abdomen during their periods. 
  • This pain can range from dull to throbbing. 
  • nausea
  •  vomiting
  •  loose bowel movements/diarrhea
  •  constipation
  •  bloating in the belly area
  •  headache
 

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