Patient's question:
I started menstruating in the second year of junior high school at the age of 17, and the first day was extremely painful. Even now, it's not as painful after the first day. A colleague or friend said that if you don't take medicine and seek timely treatment, it will affect your chances of getting pregnant in the future! I don't understand and request a doctor's advice and explanation. I am now 19 years old.Doctor's answer:
Hello, dysmenorrhea is one of the most common symptoms among gynecological patients and is divided into primary and secondary types. Primary dysmenorrhea refers to periodic menstrual pain without any organic disease, and its cause is still unclear. Secondary dysmenorrhea is often associated with conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, pelvic inflammatory disease, adenomyosis, endometrial polyps, and menstrual outflow obstruction.For primary dysmenorrhea, symptoms can be relieved by using Yuanhu Zhizhong tablets or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Secondary dysmenorrhea requires examination to identify the underlying cause and symptomatic treatment.
In daily life, it is important to maintain warmth, follow a balanced diet, supplement with vitamins appropriately, and engage in regular physical activity.