Here are some cases of menstrual cramps that women should absolutely not be subjective about, shared by Dr. Uma Vaidyanathan, senior obstetrics and gynecology consultant at Fortis Hospital, New Delhi.
Pain seriously affects daily life
If the pain causes you to quit your job, drop out of school or not be able to complete daily tasks, it is a sign that you need to seek advice and treatment from a specialist.
Pain relievers are no longer effective
Many women often use over-the-counter painkillers to get through the "red light" day. However, when these drugs do not help relieve pain, or you have to increase the dosage to see the effect, it is a warning that you should not take it lightly and need to see a doctor early.
Prolonged discomfort in the pelvic area
Menstrual pelvic pain is normal, but if you experience continuous pain outside your period, or pain during sex, this is an unusual sign that needs to be checked immediately to rule out dangerous gynecological diseases.
Unusual, severe cramps
If you notice a change in menstrual cramps, more painful than previous periods, you may be experiencing endometriosis - when uterine lining cells appear in abnormal locations in the body. This is a disease that needs to be detected and treated promptly.
