Period Pain
What Is Period Pain?
Menstrual cramps (period pain) cause pain in the abdomen and pelvic areas that is experienced by a woman while she is on her menstrual period. The severity of menstrual cramps or period pain may vary from an individual to another. However, at times these may get worse and affect the woman’s normal activities for several days.
What Factors May Influence Period Pain?
- An unusually narrow cervical canal tends to increase the risk for menstrual cramps
- A retroverted uterus (the uterus tilted backwards instead of forward)
- Lack of exercise
- Emotional stress
- Endometriosis
- Uterine Fibroids
What Should You Do In Case Your Symptoms Worsen?
- Though period pain is a common thing every month, however, you need to make a conscious effort to keep yourself healthy during those days.
- In case the pain gets worse, before popping pills, try some instant home remedies to get relief.
- The pain may be accompanied with dizziness, fatigue, weakness and excessive bleeding. Though all of this is common and usually gets better after some time.
- However, if the pain and cramping does not get better, make sure you see a doctor.
What Are The Available Treatment Options?
- Your doctor may ask you questions regarding your diet and lifestyle habits. He may also prescribe you with relevant medications that could help to curb your pain such as painkillers and antispasmodics.
- However, it is best to practice a healthy lifestyle to avoid these hormonal imbalances latter.
- Make sure you exercise regularly for atleast 30-40 minutes in a day.
- Eat healthy. Add nutrients rich foods, fruits, nuts and grains to your daily meal.
- Do not skip meals while you are on your period.
Are There Any Natural Remedies For Period Pain?
You can try these effective natural remedies to ease your symptoms:
1. Cinnamon
Ingredients: Cinnamon, Tea
Ways to Use:
An excellent source of magnesium and calcium, cinnamon helps to alleviate period pain. You may choose to add a teaspoon of cinnamon powder to a hot cup of tea and bring it to boil.
Drink this tea before and while you are on your period.
2. Fennel (Saunf) Seeds
Ingredients: Fennel (Saunf) Seeds, Water
Ways to Use:
To a cup of boiling water, add a teaspoon of fennel seeds. Strain the water and drink it. You may choose to add honey to it to make it taste better.
3. Ginger (Adrak)
Ingredients: Ginger, Water/ Tea
Ways to Use:
To a cup of water/ tea, add grated or powdered ginger. Let it boil for 2-3 minutes. Strain it and drink it frequently while you are on a period.
4. Basil (Tulsi)
Ingredients: Basil, Water
Ways to Use:
To a cup of warm water, add a few basil leaves. Boil it and drink this basil water frequently throughout the day. You may choose to add basil to your daily tea as well
All you women, are pretty much in tune with this monthly process, so rather than crying over those painful days, inculcate healthy habits for a pain free period. Make sure you practice a healthy living for a happier life ahead!
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