Pain can range from very mild to severe. Many women report pain not only in the abdomen but pain that can run down the back and into their legs. Since there are nerves that are easy to affect, it is no wonder the pain can spread easily. How you treat that pain can vary widely. Medication, heat, natural remedies, or just being hydrated can help for some sufferers.
Most women seek relief with medication. Some can be purchased over the counter. Others might seek out natural remedies. Supplementing ones diet with calcium and Zinc has been knows to reduce bloating and painful cramps. Drinking plenty of water will help as well. A good general multivitamin may be helpful as well.
Natural remedies can be different types of herbs. Also taking a warm bath or trying aromatherapy has helped others. Since we all vary so widely in what can work for us, you may need to try a variety of proposed therapies to find what might work for you. However, if it seems to good to be true, be very wary of the proposed value.
Oral contraceptives have been proven to greatly reduce or eliminate period cramps for some women. There can be adverse side effects with this method. Some doctors are prescribing birth control however, when the positives outweigh the negatives. Control of the period, pain, and other issues sometimes is more important.
Using a heating pad can also help you during PMS and your cycle. Heat on the back and around the hips can help loosen muscles in the area. Do not use the heating pad excessively. 20 minutes at a time, with short breaks will usually result in better relief. Excessive heat can get uncomfortable.
Some women with severe cramps will seek surgical intervention to help with their pain. They might have fibroid tumors or endometriosis that can make cramps more severe than for others. Surgery has been able to help them. This can be the last choice in a long line of potential remedies. Surgery isn't always the best option, but for some at the end of the line, it is the best last resort.
Always speak to your doctor or gynecologist on the different treatments and see what they recommend for you specifically. With a proper effort, treatment via medical care, and management at home, some relief can be found. Providing constructive feedback to your doctor can be very helpful. Complaining without making progress forward is not. Being able to document if one or other methods provided some measure of relief helps in devising proper care. There are a great deal many tips for severe menstrual cramps. Weigh the good with the bad, you may never know nor realize what can be effective for you.
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