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A woman's period is not called "the curse" for nothing. In addition to the inconvenience of a monthly flow of blood, abdominal bloating, and hormonal fluctuations, the monthly cycle can bring on sharp or dull uterine cramping that can be difficult to manage.
If you have medium to strong contractions that are caused by the release of the hormone prostaglandin about two weeks after ovulation when conception does not occur, try these suggestions to reduce your discomfort:
1. Take a warm bath or shower. Submitting your body to soothing warm water can provide relief in a couple of ways. First, water will cause a period to taper off temporarily, which can reduce related symptoms like cramping for a little while. Second, the water's warmth will dilate your body's blood vessels, which can enhance circulation, further reducing cramps for the time being. The comforting sensation of a bath or shower can relax tense muscles, including the uterus, so that you experience less pain.
2. Lie down for a rest. Getting off your feet and resting for thirty minutes or so can help to reduce pressure on the uterus and alleviate muscle cramping. You may want to nestle in a warm blanket or use a heating pad on your abdomen to increase blood flow and limit cramps. Just don't make the heating pad, hot water bottle, or thermal blanket too warm so you can avoid getting burned.
3. Get a massage. If a partner is handy, ask for a lower backrub or a gentle massage of the uterus area. This comforting stroking movement can improve circulation in the area and relax tight muscles. If you don't have a partner, try rubbing your own abdomen in an easy manner. This should feel good, not strenuous. The stroking movement can help your uterus relax and cramp less.
4. Exercise regularly. Follow a safe thirty-minute exercise routine most days of the month. This will help to tone your muscles, get rid of flabby congestion around your organs, and keep circulation working as it should. Be sure to exercise a few days before your period, with special attention to a workout that tones the entire body, but especially the lower body, to eliminate bloating and help muscles to relax.
5. Use over-the-counter pain medication if needed. Your doctor may be able to recommend a safe pain reliever that you can take to control cramps and stop discomfort during your period. In rare cases the physician may prescribe a heavy-duty medication for cramps caused by fibroids or other abnormal pelvic or uterine conditions. Be sure to let your doctor know if your pain increases over time or is untreatable through regular means. Also report any unusual bleeding between periods or a change in your cycle.
Menstrual cramps are an annoying but unavoidable part of life. You should follow suggestions like these to treat them as simply as possible, but let your doctor know if they continue despite your best efforts. Some doctors may prescribe herbal treatments before prescription medication if over-the-counter remedies don¡¯t help. |
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