Causes of menstrual pain
Prostaglandins, hormone-like substances, bring about the contraction of the uterine muscles; this is the primary cause of menstrual pain.
Two types
1. Primary dysmenorrhea.
Adolescents and young women commonly have
absence of underlying illness
Due to high levels of prostaglandins
begins a short while after menarche (the first period).
2. Secondary dysmenorrhea,
more often found in older women,
Due to underlying causes such as
An endometriosis, or adenomyosis
fibroids
PID, or pelvic inflammatory disease IUD in some cases
The uterus contracts during menstruation to shed its lining when prostaglandins are released.More forceful contractions induced by an excess of prostaglandins result in decreased blood supply to the uterus, which will cause pain. In secondary dysmenorrhea, structural and inflammatory abnormalities induce pain
Primary Dysmenorrhea
affects young adults and teenagers (typically between the ages of 13 and 25).
often begins six to twelve months following menarche.
Secondary Dysmenorrhea:
more frequent between 25 and 40 years old
Pain can become worse as you age or after childbirth.
MANAGEMENT
Heat is applied to the lower abdomen
Yoga or gentle exercise
Adequate rest of at least 6-8 hours of sleep and proper hydration by drinking plenty of water
Homoeopathic treatment
For decreasing the amount of prostaglandins.
Antispasmodics to relieve muscle spasms.
Manage the underlying reasons for secondary dysmenorrhea.
Homoeopathic medicines are frequently employed
Magnesia phosphorica: warm to relieve cramping discomfort
Colocynthis: hurting better with pressure and leaning forward.
Always see a qualified & trained homoeopath for individualised remedies
