i really hate the feeling. i just want to know what causes it? in biology i learnt that its because the corrosion of uterus lining, but i just want to know in details..please someone tell me. thanks. p/s: and tips on how to reduce the pain?
2007-06-27 21:44:26 · 4 answers · asked by ctkm 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
It is from contraction of the uterus that occurs so that the lining can be expelled from it.
Try drinking hot tea, using a heating pad or water bottle, a warm bath, and/or mild exercises that stretch the muscles. You can also try taking IBprofen or Midol.
2007-06-28 03:43:59 · answer #1 · answered by catsmeowjrk2000 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One reason is because of the lining that is being shed by the uterus at the end of each month, but pain during periods especially if severe needs to be checked out by a dr because this can be a sign of things like endometriosis or infection even.
2007-06-28 04:50:31 · answer #2 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
During menstrual periods, your uterus contracts to help expel its lining. Prostaglandins, hormone-like substances involved in pain and inflammation, trigger the uterine muscle contractions. No one knows for sure, but many experts believe that prostaglandins are the direct cause of primary dysmenorrhea. Increased leukotriene levels — substances involved in inflammation — also may be a contributing factor.
A number of conditions can cause secondary dysmenorrhea (serious health problems [immense cramping]). They include:
Endometriosis- In this painful condition, the type of tissue that lines your uterus becomes implanted outside your uterus, most commonly on your fallopian tubes, ovaries or the tissue lining your pelvis.
Adenomyosis- In this condition, the tissue that lines your uterus begins to grow within the muscular walls of the uterus.
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)- This infection of the female reproductive organs is usually caused by sexually transmitted bacteria.
Use of an intrauterine device (IUD)- These small, plastic, T-shaped birth control devices are inserted into your uterus. They may cause increased cramping, particularly during the first few months after insertion.
Uterine fibroids and uterine polyps- These noncancerous tumors and growths protrude from the lining of your uterus.
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Treating it: Exercise often works, drink lots of water, stay away from chocolate and coffee (caffeine), tylenol, etc. If you have immense pain during your period, see your doctor for antibiotics for endometriosis.
2007-06-28 04:54:38 · answer #3 · answered by clouds 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your uterus contracts during menstruation to help expell blood and all that. that causes the cramping you feel.
2007-06-28 05:24:54 · answer #4 · answered by Jenna H 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋