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June 14, 2017 By Dr. Viral Thakkar 15 Comments

Menstrual Pain: Every Woman’s Nightmare No more!!

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I know of many women, especially adolescents who don’t like ‘being a woman’ because of the pain during menstruation. If you are one of those or you know of such women, this article is to stop by.

Primary dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain) is a normal process of menstruation. It affects girls during adolescence and eases as they mature. It may be painful but is not harmful.

Prostaglandins (hormones that make your uterus contract during menstruation and childbirth) causes the pain. Its pain probably results from contractions of your uterus that occur when the blood supply to its lining (endometrium) is reduced. (But hey! It is a part of you and it is important, so blame it, but accept it and get on with it).

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Other factors include- a uterus that tilts backward instead of forward, lack of exercise, psychological or social stress, smoking, drinking alcohol or being overweight.

Secondary dysmenorrhea is generally related to some kind of gynecological disorder. It is most likely to affect women during adulthood.

Causes

  1. Fibroids that develop within the uterine wall or are attached to it cause inflammation leading to pain.
  2. Adenomyosis – the tissue that lines the uterus (called the endometrium) begins to grow within its muscular walls. This makes the uterine walls grow thicker. It may lead to heavy or longer-than-usual menstrual bleeding, as well as pain during menstrual cycle or intercourse.
  3. A sexually transmitted infection.
  4. Endometriosis – fragments of the endometrial lining that are found on other pelvic organs.
  5. Pelvic inflammatory disease, which is primarily an infection of the fallopian tubes, but can also affect the ovaries, uterus, and cervix. It is caused primarily by sexually transmitted infections that spread up from the opening of the uterus to these organs.
  6. An ovarian cyst or tumoris a sac filled with fluid that forms on or inside of an ovary causes pain.
  7. The use of an intrauterine device (IUD), a birth control method leads to painful menstruation which decreases overtime.

‘Pain’ is the body telling us that something is not right. So listen to what your body is telling you. While you must seek medical advice for secondary dysmenorrhea, do consider the following as well.

Be comfortable with your body. The negative messaging at times can become a part of the sub-conscious mind which rejects the female body. So anything which reminds the body of being a ‘woman’ will hurt.

Have a balanced diet. Ensure your diet includes foods rich in Vitamin B12, D, omega-3 fatty acids and calcium. As an extra tip, ginger is a wonder herb that can effectively ease menstrual cramps as it lowers the levels of pain-causing prostaglandins.

A hot water bag relaxes the contracting muscles in your uterus.

Make sure your hemoglobin level is within the normal range by including iron rich foods along with foods high in Vitamin C in your everyday diet.

An orgasm can help relieve all kinds of pains. Before an orgasm, the uterus is more relaxed, and during climax, blood flow increases, helping to relieve the cramps. The endorphins released after sex will make you feel better instantly.

Eat 2tbs of flaxseeds every day during periods reduces prostaglandin levels in the body.

Keep yourself hydrated during your period (and otherwise too!).

Exercise increases the blood flow which will calm the pain naturally.

Be happy and you will feel your body responding better and dealing better with pain during your period.

Yoga Postures to relieve menstrual pain

One Legged PigeonPose stretches the entire lower part of the body, stimulates the abdominal organs.

menstrual cramps- yoga pose 1

Matsyasana (Fish pose) is a back-bend that stretches and stimulates the belly muscles.

menstrual cramps- yoga pose 2

JanuShirasana (One-legged Forward bend) massages the abdominal organs.

menstrual cramps-yoga pose 3

Dhanurasana (Bow pose) strengthens the abdominal muscles and stimulates the reproductive organs.

Menstrual cramps-Yoga pose 4

Bhujangasana (Cobra pose) stretches and tones the abdomen.

Menstrual Cramps-Yoga pose 5

Ustrasana (Camel pose) stretches and opens the front of the body.

menstrual cramps-yoga pose 6

 

Yoga is one of the means to reach your goal of painless menstruation. Don’t forget to respect your body and give it time to overcome the pain.

 

About Dr. Viral Thakkar

Dr. Viral Thakkar, M.B.B.S is a general physician with extensive experience in community and preventive medicine. He also has a vast experience in emergency care. With years of experience in allopathy and understanding of NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) and Mind Empowerment, Dr. Thakkar is a firm believer that the body can cure itself with the right management. The human body is the best software designed by creation which guides every moment to keep one healthy. The body produces the disease and also has an innate ability to heal. Modern medicine is a quick fix to the disease (body) but, ignores the mind and soul which are an important aspect of human existence. Hence a holistic approach of healing of mind, body and soul is essential and modern medicine should be judiciously used. He practices what he preaches. Meditation and yoga along with a complete diet govern his lifestyle. As a mentor, Dr. Thakkar conducts individual sessions, group sessions with corporates and civil society groups on ideal lifestyle.

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  1. Jyoti says

    June 14, 2017 at 6:34 pm

    ??

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  2. Gunjan Pandya says

    June 15, 2017 at 10:55 am

    Dr Vital,

    We are thankful to you for such wonderful guidance in medical field. The subject on which you are writing is very helpful for us.

    Keep writing & guiding

    Regards
    GUNJAN PANDYA

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    • Dr Viral Thakkar says

      June 17, 2017 at 10:20 am

      ThAnk you Gunjan

      Reply
  3. Hetal Keyur Shah says

    June 15, 2017 at 11:34 am

    Thank u Dr. Viral for such apt information…i so relate to …why me???why women??but as u rightly pin pointed…the power of the mind and soul..and the power of the body to heal itself…now no more negative msgs to the body…i am happy…what God has made me…with ur helpful info on diet and exercise ..during ..our SPECIAL days..i m sure…we will have…a happy period ? .

    Reply
    • Dr Viral Thakkar says

      June 17, 2017 at 10:19 am

      Thank you Hetal. I am glad you find it informative. Implementation is the key here..

      Reply
  4. Meenakshi Verma says

    June 15, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    Dr.Viral
    Very well written article.I feel most of the women will be able to relate to it because at one time or other everyone would have gone through it!Yes diet and yogic asanas are very helpful.It would have been very helpful if you could have added some pranayam techniques like deep breathing and anulom vilom.I feel and have experienced the benefits of these pranayams.It also helps in controlling the mood swings which many women go through.
    Rest article was very informative and well written covering most of the subject.
    Keep up the good work.God Bless.

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    • Dr Viral Thakkar says

      June 17, 2017 at 10:18 am

      Thank you. Yes you are right. Pranayam is helpful to set right any hormonal imbalances in men or women. It is the ideal technique to de-stress and to get the different aspects of human existence in harmony.

      Reply
  5. Natasha Rokadia says

    June 15, 2017 at 2:19 pm

    “Be comfortable with your body. The negative messaging at times can become a part of the sub-conscious mind which rejects the female body. So anything which reminds the body of being a ‘woman’ will hurt.”
    Thank you Dr. Viral Thakkar. This paragraph highlights the need for every woman to accept herself completely to enable her to live a fulfilled life. Your valuable insights have always guided me in getting to know myself better. Kindly continue to enlighten us.
    Warm regards
    Natasha Rokadia

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    • Dr Viral Thakkar says

      June 17, 2017 at 10:12 am

      Thank you Natasha. I am glad you find it useful.

      Reply
  6. Bhupat Sidhpura says

    June 15, 2017 at 10:20 pm

    Nicely written……..u did good to cover mind-body aspect giving drishtikon to subject…….it is helpful one……u need pats……keep up spirit…….next time come with more useful new subject……..chill yaar now done nice……☺??

    Reply
  7. Priya says

    June 15, 2017 at 11:36 pm

    Dear Doctor

    Very well explained…and suggestive article.
    Would love to have more from you side .
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dr Viral Thakkar says

      June 17, 2017 at 10:10 am

      Thank you Priya for your encouraging words.

      Reply
    • Stephanie says

      October 9, 2017 at 6:20 pm

      very much recognize your situation. Have you tried PeaPlex from RS4supplements.com?

      Reply
  8. sujeet says

    July 15, 2019 at 9:11 pm

    It’s a very useful to us,thanks. You have done a superb Job. You touched most of the points on this topic. Your writing is very simple and easy, which is easy to understand such medical term. Keep Going..

    Reply
  9. Alka says

    December 24, 2020 at 11:37 am

    Thank you doctor. The article is quite informative. As you laid out, there can be various underlying causes. What’s the best way to diagnose this?

    Reply

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