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Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)
Pain during menstruation. It usually begins around the time that menstruation begins. Symptoms typically last less than three days, and the pain is usually in the pelvis or lower abdomen.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
How long it usually lasts:
How common it is:
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common |
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Related questions
A 36-year old asked:
Bad cramps EVERY MONTH. could i get drugs for a bad case of primary dysmenorrhea?
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A 38-year old asked:
Could i have endometriosis or primary dysmenorrhea or just cramps?
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A 23-year old male asked:
Can mefenamic acid affect on the bleeding of menstrual cycle when they are given in the dysmenorrhea ?
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A 34-year old female asked:
I have primary dysmenorrhea. Last month I came on 2 weeks after my periods but had no cramps which has never happened. Could I b pregnant?
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A 16-year old female asked:
For the past 3 or 4 days I've been getting slight cramps that feel like period pain but my period isn't due for another 9 days. what could it be?
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A 39-year old asked:
Any way to prevent or to ease menstrual/period pain?
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A 19-year old female asked:
Every few months I get extremely bad cramps and sharp pains in my lower tummy. Feels like period pain but 10 x worse. I'm in tears and can't move?
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A 28-year old female asked:
i have lower back cramps like period pain n irregular tightenings . i feel very unsettled n like i should b moving . could this b begining of labour ?
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A 22-year old female asked:
Why am I having period pain kinda cramps, bloating and increased appetite 7days after my period? Is this normal or a sign of something more serious?
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A 20-year old female asked:
Y did it take 22 days late to get a positive on a pregnancy test? Should I be worried that its eptopic? I'm getting very mild cramps like period pain
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A 16-year old female asked:
Pain in lower abdomen between hip bones. Sort of tight/pulling, crampy/achy pain. [def isn't period pain]. What could be causing this pain?
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A 30-year old asked:
I have kinda like a mild menstrual pain. Is this a symptom of pinworms?
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A 35-year old asked:
Is there other way to relief menstrual pain other than panadol (acetaminophen) ?
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A 31-year old asked:
Should I consider getting the pill for horrible menstrual pain and contraception?
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A 20-year old asked:
Light spotting when Im expecting my cycle or a week after it is over. It only last for an hour but It comes with regular menstrual pain what is this?
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A member asked:
What is the definition or description of: Menstrual pain?
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A 25-year old female asked:
Is ok to have menstrual pain using nuva ring for only one week of using it ?
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A 36-year old asked:
Will cranberry juice reduce menstrual pain?
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A 45-year old asked:
I have my period and have a kayaking field trip tomorrow. What should I do to relieve any menstrual pain?
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A 28-year old female asked:
Got Paraguard a week ago. I already have dysmenorrhoea but didn't want hormones. The cramps are horrible & lots of vaginal mucus. Suggestions?
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A 35-year old asked:
How does one treat menstrual pain?
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A 44-year old female asked:
Should i still be having body pain during menstrual pain at 44?
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A 49-year old asked:
I have such severe menstrual pain, how do I help relieve it?
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A 46-year old asked:
For some years now I have been undergoing a difficult menstrual pain, I am 26 years old, I dont know what to do?
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A 42-year old female asked:
How often shld I take naproxen to relieve menstrual pain?
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A 31-year old asked:
Does this Exedrin Migraine work for period/menstrual pain?
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A 39-year old asked:
I experience severe menstrual pain in my lower abdomen pelvic area. What could be causing this?
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A 51-year old female asked:
I have a problem & I'm very scared! I've had a HEAVY vaginal discharge & pain (like menstrual pain) for a couple years now. Is it Cervical Cancer?
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A 25-year old female asked:
Since having son 11 mos ago, I now get crampy when I ovulate. Dr said normal. No cysts on u/s. feels like very mild menstrual cramps. Why?
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A 23-year old female asked:
I used to take Meftal spas in India during menstrual cramps.We recently moved to U.S.Can you pls suggest tablet which is equivalent to Meftal here?
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