What to do for severe menstrual cramps: how to relieve pain
Disease description:
I experience very severe abdominal pain during menstruation, and it hurts terribly every time my period comes. What can I do to relieve severe menstrual cramps?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Mei Quan
Severe menstrual pain can be relieved by taking pain-relieving medications. Additionally, certain massage techniques may help, as they can warm the uterus, dispel cold, promote blood circulation, and alleviate blood stasis, thereby reducing severe dysmenorrhea. However, massage is most effective when combined with other therapies. If menstrual pain is very severe, short-term use of oral painkillers such as ibuprofen may help relieve symptoms. Nevertheless, this approach only addresses symptom relief and does not treat the underlying cause; therefore, identifying the root cause and receiving targeted treatment is essential.
