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You Asked: Why Do I Get Back Pain During My Period?
Dear Fit,
During my period, I get very uncomfortable lower-back pain, like a dull ache. I used to think this was just me, but I recently spoke to another female friend who says she gets the same pain. I'm sure it has something to do with everything going on down there, since it often comes with cramps, but why exactly does this happen?
Another Reason to Exercise: Ease Menstrual Cramps
Cramps during that time of the month can be debilitating — so much so that the last thing you want to do is hit the gym.
One thing you should know is that exercise can actually help relieve those painful cramps. Here's WebMD's explanation:
Exercise relieves cramps because it helps release beta-endorphins, which are internal opioids -- your own “human morphine,” according to Gustavo Rossi, MD, an obstetrician-gynecologist at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington.
5 Things: Dealing With Cramps
When Aunt Ruby comes for her monthly visit don't let your menstrual cramps get you down or cramp your style. Here are five ways to deal with the pain and general malaise of cramps.
Menstrual Cramps? Try Chinese Herbs
It is being reported that a new study suggests that Chinese herbs might be more effective in relieving menstrual cramps than drugs, acupuncture or heat compression. Not only did the research find that the herbs helped to relieve pain, but it was also found that they reduced the recurrence of the condition over three months.
The herbs said to work were Chinese angelica root (danggui), Szechuan lovage root (chuanxiong), red peony root (chishao), white peony root (baishao), Chinese motherwort (yimucao), fennel fruit (huixiang), nut-grass rhizome (xiangfu), liquorice root (gancao), and cinnamon bark (rougui).
Cramps Got You Down?
When you've got tummy cramps or lower back pain from your monthly visitor, sometimes taking a pain reliever doesn't really do the job.
Applying heat to your belly or back can do wonders. I always like taking a hot shower or bath.
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Another Reason to Love Omega-3s: May Reduce Menstrual Pain
There are so many reasons to love omega-3 fatty acids. They have anti-inflammatory and mood stabilizing properties, and they have been found to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, lower cholesterol and lower blood pressure.
New studies reveal that Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly the kind found in fatty fish, seem to block the production of prostaglandins, too!
Menstrual pain
Overview- Signs and Symptoms
- What Causes It?
- What to Expect at Your Provider's Office
- Treatment Options
- Following Up
- Special Considerations
- Supporting Research
Painful menstrual periods
Overview- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Considerations
- Common Causes
- Home Care
- Call your health care provider if
- What to expect at your health care provider's office
- References
Ibuprofen Beats Acetaminophen for Menstrual Pain
Although both ibuprofen and acetaminophen reduce menstrual pain, ibuprofen appears to be more potent for pain relief.
Although ibuprofen is accepted as an effective treatment for painful periods, or dysmenorrhea, there is still controversy about the usefulness of acetaminophen.
To investigate further, a small trial was conducted involving 12 women with dysmenorrhea.
Menstrual disorders
In This Report- Highlights
- Introduction
- Menstrual Disorders
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Resources
- References
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