Abnormally painful abdominal cramps during menstruation
Symptoms of Dysmenorrhoea
The following features are indicative of Dysmenorrhoea:
weight gain
bloating
irritability
fatigue
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Common Causes of Dysmenorrhoea
The following are the most common causes of Dysmenorrhoea:
leiomyoma
adenomyosis
ovarian cysts
pelvic congestion
endometriosis
uterine fibroids
Other Causes of Dysmenorrhoea
The following are the less common causes of Dysmenorrhoea:
cervical stenosis
Risk Factors for Dysmenorrhoea
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Dysmenorrhoea:
heavy menstrual flow
smoking
depression
younger age
puberty age
metrorrhagia
Prevention of Dysmenorrhoea
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Dysmenorrhoea. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
take a warm bath
applying a heating pad, hot water bottle or heat patch to abdomen
Occurrence of Dysmenorrhoea
Common Age Group
Dysmenorrhoea most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged between 20-35 years
Common Gender
Dysmenorrhoea most commonly occurs in the following gender:
Female
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Dysmenorrhoea
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Dysmenorrhoea:
Ultrasound Examination: To create an image of uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes and ovaries
Magnetic resonance Imaging: Helps to diagnose underlying conditions of menstrual pain
Laparoscopy: Helps to detect an underlying condition such as endometriosis, adhesions, fibroids, ovarian cysts and ectopic pregnancy
Doctor for Diagnosis of Dysmenorrhoea
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Dysmenorrhoea:
Gynaecologist
Complications of Dysmenorrhoea if untreated
Yes, Dysmenorrhoea causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Dysmenorrhoea is left untreated:
fertility problems
ectopic pregnancy
Procedures for Treatment of Dysmenorrhoea
The following procedures are used to treat Dysmenorrhoea:
Surgery: To reduce symptoms such as endometriosis or fibroids
Self-care for Dysmenorrhoea
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Dysmenorrhoea:
By taking a warm bath or applying a heating pad: To reduce the symptoms of menstrual cramps
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Dysmenorrhoea
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Dysmenorrhoea:
Acupressure: To stimulate certain points on the body to relieve menstrual pain
Time for Treatment of Dysmenorrhoea
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Dysmenorrhoea to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
