Are You at Risk for Painful Periods?

Creator: Doctronic
Published: 2024-07-23T00:00:00+00:00

Published: Jul 23, 2024

Understanding what makes some women more susceptible to dysmenorrhea can help in managing and preventing it.

Contents

Who is More Susceptible?
Factors That Reduce Risk
Addressing Modifiable Risks
Frequently Asked Questions
The Bottom Line

Who is More Susceptible?

Young women, particularly adolescents, are more prone to dysmenorrhea. Other risk factors include smoking, stress, and a family history of the condition.

Factors That Reduce Risk

Factors like early childbirth, higher parity, and hormonal contraceptive use can lower the risk of developing dysmenorrhea. These factors may alter hormonal levels that influence menstrual pain.

Dysmenorrhea is a common condition characterized by painful menstruation, often accompanied by cramps and discomfort. It primarily affects young women and can be influenced by various risk factors.

Addressing Modifiable Risks

Quitting smoking and managing stress are crucial steps to reduce the impact of dysmenorrhea. Lifestyle changes can significantly alleviate symptoms or prevent them from worsening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Young women and those with a family history are most at risk.

Yes, quitting smoking and reducing stress can help.

Early childbirth and hormonal contraceptive use can reduce risk.

Yes, there is a small familial predisposition.

The Bottom Line

Identifying and managing risk factors can help reduce the burden of dysmenorrhea.

Try it out by speaking with Doctronic about your risk factors today.

References

Ju H, Jones M, Mishra G. The prevalence and risk factors of dysmenorrhea. Epidemiol Rev 2014; 36:104.
Sundell G, Milsom I, Andersch B. Factors influencing the prevalence and severity of dysmenorrhoea in young women. Br J Obstet Gynaecol 1990; 97:588.

This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.