Patient's question:
Patient: Female, 25 years old. Her menstrual period started on September 9th. She experienced menstrual cramps on the first day. On the second day, she washed clothes with cold water. After 4-5 days of her period ending, she developed symptoms such as abdominal pain and lower back pain. The abdominal pain was similar to the menstrual cramps. She had cold sweat and a sense of needing to defecate, experiencing multiple episodes of abdominal pain in a day. She took Norfloxacin but still had abdominal pain and lower back pain on the 19th.Doctor's answer:
In your case, the pain during menstruation may be caused by cold deficiency. During the menstrual period and its surrounding days, you may experience pain in the lower abdomen or lower back, which can even radiate to the lumbar sacral region. The pain recurs with the menstrual cycle, and in severe cases, it may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, profuse cold sweat, cold hands and feet, or even fainting.Consideration of acupuncture, physiotherapy, and massage may be beneficial for treatment. The occurrence of menstrual irregularities not only affects the patient's quality of life but can also lead to gynecological diseases. Therefore, it is best to visit a gynecological department in the hospital for an ultrasound examination to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment. In daily life, pay attention to dietary adjustments, consuming light and easily digestible foods, and avoid spicy, stimulating, and cold foods.