PAINFUL MENSTRUAL CYCLE

I have a female friend who is always asking God why he made her a woman every month because the pain is so unbearable for her that you would think she won't make it through the night .it's so bad that she is always admitted in the hospital every month for menstrual pain,for funny is that!!!.this is something you have to be happy about because it proves that you going to be a mother some day ,so it really inspired me to research and write about it to help women who are experiencing such a predicament. Most women have experienced period pain. By understanding causes, risk factors and remedies, you can minimize the chances of having a painful menstrual cycle.

Having a painful period is very common among teen girls and young females. Generally speaking, periods will be less painful as the female grow older. In many cases, anti-inflammatory painkillers will help to ease the pain. In most cases, the reason for the period pain is not obvious. Sometimes it will be due to a problem within the pelvis, which is more common among women in the 30s or 40s.

CAUSES OF MENSTRUAL PAIN
There are two groups of menstrual pain determined by the cause: primary dysmenorrhea and secondary dysmenorrhea.   
Primary dysmenorrhea is a menstrual pain that takes place when menstruation first begins in healthy young women. This type of pain is not typically related to any specific problem with pelvic organs or the uterus. Experts think that it is related to the hormone prostaglandin (produced within the uterus) and its increased activity.

Secondary dysmenorrhea is a menstrual pain which develops later on in life, typically for women who have previously experienced normal periods. This category of period pain tends to be related to issues with the pelvic organs or uterus, including:
Stress and anxiety
Sexually transmitted infection
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Pelvic inflammatory disease
IUDs (intrauterine devices) made from copper
Fibroids
Endometriosis
HOW TO RELIEVE MENSTRUAL PAIN
Food to Ease Period Pain Are:
Cinnamon
For centuries, cinnamon has been a remedy for congestion associated with allergies and colds as well as an aid for digestion. It might also soothe cramps. As a bonus, the spice provides dietary fiber, iron, calcium and manganese, the last of which can help relieve menstruation symptoms.

Ginger
Ginger can help with symptoms of menstrual pain as well as headaches, fluand colds. Simply grate a tiny piece of ginger before adding it to some hot water and drink it.

Papaya
Papaya is full of period pain relieving nutrients such as vitamins A and C, carotene, and smaller amounts of calcium and iron. To make it even better, the fruit also has great nutritional value with low calories, which helps with digestion and improves the skin.

Supplement Nutrients

Sometimes poor nutrition causes deficiencies which in turn make menstruation symptoms worse. Make sure to eat plenty of foods with essential nutrients and vitamins like iron,vitamin B6 ,E and calcium.

Drinking Water
Oddly enough, drinking water can stop you from retaining water, in turn avoiding painful bloating. Hot liquids will usually help cramps as they improve the blood flow to your skin, relaxing cramped muscles. Also, try eating foods that contain plenty of water such as berries, watermelon, cucumbers, celery or lettuce.

Cut Out Caffeine
When you reduce your caffeine intake or cut it out completely, you can decrease tension and alleviate period pain. During your menstrual cycle, try to skip your morning coffee or tea, soda and chocolate. Better options are caffeine-free teas such as mint or ginger, or even hot water with some lemon. For your sugar fix, opt for raspberries or strawberries.

Apply Heat
Applying heat on your lower back and abdomen can work as well as medicine. If you don’t own a heating pad or a hot water bottle, opt for a hot towel or a warm bath. You can even make your own heating pad by sewing two pieces of fabric together and filling it with rice. Microwave your heating pad for a few minutes and you are set.

Do Some Exercise

When you have painful periods, exercise may be the last thing on your mind. However, when you exercise, you release endorphins and these work as a natural mood lifter and painkiller. Instead of strenuous activity, try walking or other moderate activities. As a gentle exercise, Yoga can prevent and reduce menstrual cramps as well as release endorphins. Yoga also provides relaxation and stress relief while increasing blood flow to your reproductive organs.