"Why
do I suffer cramps every month?" This is a common question that almost
every woman asks after undergoing the reproductive age. This is when a woman
experiences a menstruation cycle contracting the vaginal muscles. During this
phase, the delicate lining of the endometrium (uterus) sheds and results in a
menstrual cycle.
Menstruation is a natural process that
makes a woman go through several bodily changes, including - bloating, mild or
severe cramps (depending on the body type and hormonal changes), irritation,
etc. Mild to intense cramps in the abdominal area starts
before 24 hours of the beginning of the menstrual cycle. During this time, some
women experience loose bowels, dizziness, nausea, severe headache, etc.
Menstrual pain - A severe concern
Many of us may wave off menstrual pain as
yet another symptom of the monthly cycle going on. But it should not be
neglected at any cost. If avoided, this can lead to many other reproductive
complications, pelvic inflammatory disease, PCOD, etc.
In medical language, menstrual cramps are
referred to as 'primary dysmenorrhea,' which encourages the production of
prostaglandins (a type of hormone). Women having solid uterine contractions
experience consistent blood supply to the uterus stops. As a result, many
studies prove women having severe cramps have strong
uterine contractions compared to others. One can witness the actual difference
while delivering a baby.
Some common reasons for a woman to
experience period pain -
Reason no. 1 - Endometriosis
No, It's not rocket science. It is a
gynecological condition where tissues like endometrium are found on the outer
layer of the uterus. When left untreated for a long time, this condition can
end up in internal bleeding, acute inflammation throughout the menstrual cycle,
and chocolate cysts. All these health conditions encourage excruciation of
pelvic pain.
Reason no. 2 - Copper IUD
Copper IUD is a non-hormonal birth
control process that can prevent pregnancy for at least one decade. However, it
can help you get rid of pregnancy chances but can leave a huge impact on your menstrual
health in many ways. The device kept inside the uterus releases copper
consistently, which eliminates egg implantation causing severe pain. Many
gynecologists claim that it is one of the biggest reasons for heavy and painful
menses. So, before you go for copper IUD ever in life, make sure to consult
your gynecologist first.
Reason no. 3 - Uterine Fibroids
Research reveals that three out of four
women suffer from uterine fibroids, which develop in different sizes and
shapes. This is enough to turn the menstrual cycle into a nightmare for any
woman experiencing it. It is a significant reason for women releasing large and
painful blood clots. But the good news is it does not add to the increased
chances of uterine cancer.
The final line -
The general nature of menstrual cramps
can be elaborated by the structural defect of a woman's reproductive system.
One of the most fundamental reasons for excessive pain and cramps is
significant hormonal imbalance which stimulates the uterus making one suffer
throughout the menstrual cycle. Before landing upon a solution to this
unbearable pain, a woman must understand the root causes and then work on them.
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