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Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 11:28pm On Apr 08, 2017 |
The information provided is not intended to replace the medical advice of your healthcare provider. You are advised to consult a qualified healthcare provider for advice about a specific medical condition. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, dysmenorrhea is a word used to describe painful menstruation. It is also known as painful periods, or menstrual cramps. The pain occurs during menstruation. Now what is menstruation itself? Menstruation is a discharging of blood, secretions, and tissue debris from the uterus that recurs in non pregnant breeding-age females at approximately monthly intervals and that is considered to represent a readjustment of the uterus to the non pregnant state following proliferative changes accompanying the preceding ovulation. Categories of Dysmenorrhea Primary dysmenorrhea occurs in the absence of pelvic pathology. Pelvic pathology is an inflammatory disease (PID), general acute inflammation of the pelvic cavity in women, caused by bacterial infection of the cervix, uterus, ovaries or fallopian tubes. It is an STD. Primary dysmenorrhea is more common than the secondary form. The pain experienced results from contractions of the uterine walls, and ischaemia. The ischaemia is probably mediated by prostaglandins such as F2a which is a vasoconstrictor (an agent that induces or initiates vasoconstriction), and other inflammatory mediators. The pain usually begins 1 or 2days before, or when menstrual bleeding starts. Pain is felt in the thighs, back and the lower abdomen. There is also a feeling of pressure in the abdomen. In some females, the dysmenorrhea is accompanied by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and fatigue. Primary dysmenorrhea occurs almost consistently in ovulatory cycles. The pain is spasmodic, which means it happens suddenly and briefly at different times in an irregular way. Factors that contribute to the primary form of dysmenorrhea include; Anxiety about menses Lack of exercise Passage of menstrual tissue through the cervix A Mal-positioned uterus Symptoms tend to lessen with age and after pregnancy. Secondary dysmenorrhea is causes by a disorder in the reproductive organs. Infections, uterine fibroids, adenomyosis and endometriosis are examples of such disorders. The most common cause is endometriosis (a condition resulting from the appearance of endometrial tissue outside the uterus and causing pelvic pain, especially associated with menstruation). To some extent, elevated prostaglandins play a role in secondary dysmenorrhea. Risk factors for secondary dysmenorrhea include the following: Endometriosis Ovarian torsion Pelvic inflammatory disease Fibroids Tubo-ovarian abscess. Secondary dysmenorrhea is suspected if Symptoms begin after adolesence Patients have known causes such as those listed above General measures Symptomatic treatment begins with adequate rest and sleep and regular exercise. Diet low in fat is suggested as potentially effective. Nutritional supplements such as flaxseed, magnesium, vitamin E, zinc and vitamin B, are also recommended. If pain persists, Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are typically tried UPON RECOMMENDATION BY YOUR PHYSICIAN. NSAIDs relieve pain and inhibit prostaglandins. 9 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by ademoladeji(m): 12:23am On Apr 09, 2017 |
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Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 1:44pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
ademoladeji:Lol. I do hope they will do the needful |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by ademoladeji(m): 2:01pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
MasterRahl: Try to paste the source of this information 1 Like |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by lampard01(m): 2:24pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
nyama In another news This guy wicked o 6 Likes
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Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by TonyeBarcanista(m): 2:24pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Problem women face 2 Likes |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Naughtytboy: 2:25pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Girls dey try,, Dsts why i will love and pet my gf like no other 6 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Naughtytboy: 2:27pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
lampard01:bb Naija don wash ur sense troway 6 Likes
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Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by BarakOkenny(m): 2:27pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Nairaland for the girls o. HYPERTEKI. |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by prinsam30: 2:27pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
can men too menstruate 1 Like |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Holatunde007(m): 2:28pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Ok
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Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Sammypedro18(m): 2:28pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Never easy been a woman,with all we re facing in d country...ur body will be giving yu its own headache every month. I hail all d women 4 Likes |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by ephi123(f): 2:28pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Spinach spinach spinach is the answer (for primary dysmenorrhea). Lots of vegetables during the period makes a huge difference. 3 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 2:29pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Why not post the source? 2 Likes |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by peacettw: 2:29pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Thinking back now, I still can't believe I let my body go through that pain without analgesics having presumed wrongly that the drugs will affect my fertility. Suffice it yo say, after my first child was born, the pain stopped. So, it's all good 1 Like |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by RoyalBlak007: 2:30pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
ephi123: ♤does what? ♤ease cramps? 2 Likes |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Kaybaba5(m): 2:30pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Menstrual pain is not a good thing for girls and people say anytime they give birth the pain will stop.. How true is this |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by soberdrunk(m): 2:31pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Kai!! This thread just made me Nostalgic, i remember what i went through with my Ex who goes through 'very' painful menstruation, whenever her period is approaching i start preparing myself 'mentally' and 'physically'. A big shout out to all Romantic men, we are the real MVPS!!----- I pack vomit tire, visit pharmacy tire, had like 8 hot water bottles(even one inside car) for the 5days of her period my emotions didnt matter, everything was about her, whatever she wanted to do, watch, eat, drink, the petting was out of this world!!............... 40 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Stanbeto: 2:32pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Woman dey try o |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 2:32pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Period pain is no joke. :' ( |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 2:32pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Great article.. Thumbs up! My 6 wives have attained menopause so I don't need it. BUT young ladies would find it useful. 3 Likes |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by ladyF(f): 2:32pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Thank God for Felvin Make i go continue my search for bitcoin... Sell to me biko... N380/$ It's LadyF again. 1 Like |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 2:33pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Op should have at least defined dysmenorrhea. Anyways, simple definition is menstrual pain. Let me add from practical experience : In this generation, the most implicated cause of menstrual pain is LIFESTYLE. Yes, over indulgence in fast foods which apparently contain alot of sugar is the short cut to having it rough for the few days ur menses would flow. Ladies would do well to cut down on the carbs, carbonated drinks and all those junks. I should also add that it bemuses me when ladies decline taking medications esp for severe MP. I'm like WTF, would you rather suffer in pain? Last last, big ups to the ladies out there, mehn it's not an easy something oooooo. Small stomach pain and I'd be whining like fish, y'all are delicately made of steel. 4 Likes
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Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by lampard01(m): 2:33pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Naughtytboy: He be like say craze dey worry you |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by RealHaute: 2:34pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Chai! Women dey try. That's why I always ask for their account details and send them millions of naira in my dreams. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 2:34pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
We deserve a special day off for this.......at least it should be treated as a normal sickness. 3 Likes |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 2:36pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
jagugu88li: Agreed... Can we also have a day off to soften early morning wood? Women actually suffer so much. Pain of deflowering. Menses. Labour. Then menopause... I salute them! 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nickizoe(f): 2:37pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
ephi123:fresh Ginger tea helps too... 1 Like |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Nobody: 2:40pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Seriously it's not easy......tho I get this stomach pain only on the first day of my period....but the pain I go through during ovulation is terrifying 1 Like |
Re: Dysmenorrhea - The ABC Of Menstrual Pains by Sgwash: 2:40pm On Apr 09, 2017 |
Kaybaba5:To an extent, it is true... |
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