What should women do about menstrual pain?

Aug 24, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Seeing my wife is in bad condition today—she has her period and is experiencing stomach pain. What should be done for women with menstrual cramps?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Mei Quan
Women with menstrual pain can drink brown sugar water or take some painkillers. If dysmenorrhea occurs every time menstruation begins, it may be due to elevated levels of prostaglandins in the body. Generally, symptomatic treatment is primarily recommended at this stage; applying heat to the abdomen, drinking brown sugar water, and similar measures can help reduce pain. If the pain is severe, analgesics may also be taken for relief, or traditional Chinese medicine can be used for regulation and treatment.