What is the role of the uterine muscles during a menstrual period?

During a period, the muscles of the uterus tighten and relax to help the tissue lining that has built up in the past the month detach and flow out of the body. You might not notice these contractions or might feel only mild discomfort. Or you might feel them as painful cramps.

Cramps can range from mild to severe. They usually happen for the first time a year or two after a girl first gets their period. With age, they usually become less painful and may stop entirely after you have your first baby.

Why are period cramps so painful?

What you’re feeling is a tightening and relaxing of your uterus. The muscles in your uterus contract in order to shed your uterine lining. Experts aren’t entirely sure why some people have more painful periods, but they think it may be because they have higher levels of prostaglandins. There also may not be a clear explanation other than everyone’s body is different.

Can there be complications of painful periods?

Menstrual cramps usually don’t cause complications, other than disrupting your daily life. But if a medical condition is causing painful periods, there can be complications. For example, conditions like endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease can lead to infertility or ectopic pregnancy. This is why it’s important to see a healthcare provider so they can rule out an underlying cause for your period pain.

Managing Period Cramps

For primary dysmenorrhea, several strategies can help manage the pain:

• Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers: Doloplus can reduce inflammation and pain.
• Heat Therapy: Applying a heating pad or hot water bottle to the lower abdomen can help relax the muscles and alleviate pain.
• Exercise: Regular physical activity can improve circulation and reduce the severity of cramps.
• Diet and Hydration: Eating a balanced diet and staying hydrated can help reduce bloating and discomfort.
• Stress Management: Techniques like yoga, meditation, and deep breathing can help manage stress and reduce the perception of pain.

Is Doloplus good for period pain?

The active ingredients in Doloplus help relieve period pain. Doloplus provides more effective period pain relief than standard paracetamol tablets alone.