Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Menstrual Pain

can be caused by conditions of the reproductive tract, such as the following:
- Endometriosis - Uterine tissue that appears outside the uterus
- Fibroids and adenomyosis - Harmless (benign) growths in the uterus
- Infections in the reproductive organs
- Abnormal pregnancy, such as an ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy in the tubes, outside the uterus)
- IUD (intra-uterine device) used for birth control
- Ovarian cyst
- Narrow cervix


Prevention
Prevent painful menstrual cramps with these techniques:
- Maintain a normal body weight.
- Do not smoke.
- Do not drink excessively.
- Exercise regularly.

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