Women’s Pain Symptoms
- Most have experienced period pain – it’s a common and normal symptom of menstruation.
- It happens when the womb muscles contract, causing pain in the tummy area which can radiate into the back and thighs.
- The severity and intensity of period pain can vary, from one month to another, as from one person to another.
Understanding women's pain
Women can suffer from female-specific pain, particularly Period pain and endometriosis
About Period Pain
If you have period pain, you’re not alone! Most women have experienced it. Those who get period pain usually find it starts 6 to 12 months after they start having menstrual periods, once they become regular.
In 5% to 10% of women, period pain can be severe enough to disrupt their lives. Some women may also have bloating, tender breasts, struggle to concentrate, mood swings, clumsiness, and tiredness along with period cramps when their period starts.
Tips for Better Sleep with Menopause Pain
All information presented on here is not meant to diagnose or prescribe. In all health matters for further information or medical advice, please speak to your GP or a Pharmacist.
Different types of leg pain
Most people have felt pain in their legs at some time or another, but sometimes it’s difficult to know the reason for the pain. Is it just stiffness, a minor ache or a muscle strain? Or is it something that requires professional help ? We answer these and other questions about why you might experience leg pain, when to see a doctor and when you can treat your pain at home.
Coping with women's pain
Learn more about how you can manage and treat women's pain.
Importance Of Posture
"Sit up straight!"
"Stop slouching"
Many will have heard those two lines many times before whether it came from your teacher when you were at school, your parents at the dinner table or even your masseuse after that very rare massage. It's easy to get into bad habits and whilst hearing it over and over can be annoying, they were all right.
Coping with stress
Stress affects most people at some point, but if it’s not managed, it can begin to impact daily life. The reasons people get stressed vary enormously, but can include moving house, losing a loved one, starting a new job or worrying about a deadline... they can all have an effect.
Why ibuprofen can help
Ibuprofen helps relieve pain, fever and has anti-inflammatory properties. It works for various types of pain including period pain, strains and sprains, headaches and migraines
Can Ibuprofen Ease Body Pains?
There are many different types of pain relieving medicines available over-the-counter, in supermarkets or pharmacies. They have different ways of working, come in different strengths and in various formats. Ibuprofen is an over-the counter pain reliever that can be used for a range of different types of pain.
How Can I Relieve Body Pain? Pills, Patches and Gels Explained
Pain is a natural response to a number of triggers, such as infection or injury. There are many reasons why we may feel body pain, including over-exercising, falling, twisting or stretching a muscle or ligament. We might also find that pain develops over time, which might be caused by a condition such as arthritis. Thankfully there are medicines that can help ease pain, including pills that can be swallowed, and gels, creams or patches that are rubbed or applied onto the skin. Here we’ll explore some of the different pain relief medicines that are available for mild to moderate types of body pain.
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