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When does pain in periods become danger? Learn when it is important to see a doctor
Samira Vishwas | September 2, 2025 6:24 AM CST

Menstruation is the common biological part of women’s lives, but the pain associated with it can sometimes take a serious form from normal. Experts believe that every woman experiences some extent cramps or suffering, but when this pain becomes unbearable, routine affects or not getting relief from regular medicines – then it can be a sign of a major problem, not just a normal period pen.

When to understand that the pain is normal?

Pain or cramps from light to medium abdominal pain or cramps are considered normal in the first or two days of the period or the first two days of the period. This is due to hormonal changes in the body and contraction of the muscles of the utrus.

This pain usually:

Light or moderate

Gets cured by taking painkillers

2–3 days down in day

Routine does not disrupt life more

But when is it necessary to be cautious?

If the symptoms below with period pain are seen, then immediately the gynecologist should contact:

1. Excessive or unbearable pain:

If the pain is so severe that it becomes difficult to walk, get up or work, then it is not considered normal.

2. Pain remains continuously in the pelvic region:

Pelvic or lower abdominal pain remains even after the period is over, then it can be a sign of disease such as endometriosis or fibroids.

3. Excessive bleeding (Menorrhagia):

If a lot of blood comes out during periods, pads have to be changed every 1-2 hours or appear blood clots (clots), it can cause anemia and other complications.

4. Bleeding between periods:

If there is a sudden bleeding between the two periods, it may be a symptom of hormonal disturbances or uterine polyps.

5. Breeding problems:

If you are trying to conceive but there is excessive pain in periods, it can be a sign of problems such as endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

These situations may be responsible:

Endometriosis: When the inner layer of utrus develops in other parts of the body

Fibroids: Non-cancerous tumors occurring in utrus

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID): Emotor inflammation

Edinomyosis: When the lining of the utrus enters the muscle layer

Opinion of experts

Gynecologist says,

“Many women ignore period pen as normal for years, but this habit later gives rise to serious complications. If the pain is spoiling your routine or needs to take medicine every month, do not delay – meet the dear.”

How to take care?

Keep track of your menstrual cycle

Note the intensity of pain, time and other symptoms

If you see any change, contact the doctor immediately

Avoid self-medical, especially long-term intake of painkillers can be harmful

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