Dysmenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea refers to painful menstrual cramps that occur before or during menstruation.
Dysmenorrhea refers to painful menstrual cramps that occur before or during menstruation. It can be classified as:
primary: not caused by another condition.
secondary: caused by underlying issues like endometriosis or fibroids.
Symptoms often include cramping, lower abdominal pain, nausea, and fatigue. Inline content unavailable
Why it matters :
Menstrual pain often becomes more noticeable or intense during perimenopause due to hormone instability.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, fluctuating estrogen and progesterone levels during perimenopause can lead to heavier, more painful periods, even in women who previously had mild or no cramps. These hormone shifts increase prostaglandin production, which triggers stronger uterine contractions and worsens cramping.
Cramping in perimenopause may also signal conditions like fibroids or endometriosis, which are more common and more symptomatic during this life stage.
Recognizing these changes helps guide appropriate treatment and ensures that severe or unusual pain is properly evaluated. Inline content unavailable
How Amissa Helps:
Amissa helps track and evaluate menstrual pain by allowing users to:
Log period pain severity, duration, and associated symptoms
Monitor bleeding patterns and hormonal therapy us
Create summaries for gynecology visits or fertility care
Amissa supports women navigating painful periods in midlife and helps guide timely medical care. Inline content unavailable