Doctors Reveal: Period Cramps Can Be as Painful as a Heart Attack
Period cramps, or dysmenorrhea, are painful contractions in the uterus. They usually occur before or during menstruation
British professor Dr. John Guillebaud stated that period pain can be “almost as bad as having a heart attack
During menstruation, the uterus contracts to shed its lining. This process cuts off oxygen, causing sharp, intense pain
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Despite the severity, many women are told to “tough it out. The pain is often underestimated or brushed off
Cramps can be accompanied by back pain, nausea, headaches, and fatigue. Every woman’s experience can be different
Severe cramps can affect work, school, and social life. Some women even faint or need hospitalization