Patient's question:
My friend is 25 years old. Recently, my friend told me that she experiences a dull ache in her abdomen during her menstrual period. I was wondering what could be causing this?Doctor's answer:
Based on your description, your friend is experiencing symptoms of dysmenorrhea, which is a common issue for many women during their menstrual period. This is primarily due to the continuous increase in prostaglandin excretion in the body before menstruation, leading to uterine smooth muscle spasms and subsequent abdominal pain. It is recommended that your friend can try abdominal massage or cold compresses, which can effectively alleviate the symptoms. Patients should develop good daily habits, maintain a regular sleep schedule, avoid smoking and alcohol, and increase physical exercise to enhance their immunity and prevent recurrence of the condition.