2. Taking it easy on your body: If you’re feeling stomach or back pain or discomfort, try using a hot water bottle, heating pad, or even a warm towel on your back can ease the ache. Also, remember to drink plenty of warm water, eat nutritious food, and treat yourself with a nice, relaxing hot bath. 

3. Medicines: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen (Flexon) are often the go-to for dysmenorrhea. Check with your healthcare provider or gynaecologist to see if it’s right for you. Medicines should be taken with the medical practitioner examination and recommendation only.

4. Hormonal birth control: Try oral contraceptive pills to balance hormones and easing symptoms. Find free family planning services at government healthcare providers like Health Posts, Primary Health Care Centres, and District Hospitals.

5. Lifestyle Changes: Making small changes in your lifestyle can help with period pain. Whether it’s watching your weight, quit smoking, drinking alcohol or other unhealthy habits. Taking care of yourself can make a big difference!”

Remember it’s important not to self-diagnose. Only a trained expert can tell if you just have a period pain, or a symptom of some potentially serious underlying condition. If you have the slightest doubt, visit a gynaecologist today!

Citations:

• Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods): Maryland Department of Health
• Acne National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): American Academy of Family Physicians