Menstrual cramp treatment

30 | 36 result

Dr. Wasif Bajwa, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.9
(52)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available today
  • TrophyPopular

Shannon Brasil, NPTelehealth visit

Video
4.8
(26)
StethoscopeObstetrics & gynecology
  • Available today
  • Star Highly rated
"She was so nice and understood my concerns and walked me through all my options. I'd just like to say thank you!"

Dr. Shilpa Tarugu, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.9
(241)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available tomorrow
  • TrophyPopular

Sylvia Nwakanma, PMHNPTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(20)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • Star Highly rated
"Dr. K was prompt"

Dr. David Filsoof, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.7
(201)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • TrophyPopular
"The doctor took my concerns and requests seriously. I felt like he really listened to my needs while I had Covid."

Dr. Binh Lieu, MDTelehealth visit

Video
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available today

Dr. Nidah Khan, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.8
(53)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • Star Highly rated

Dr. Oluwatobi Dawodu, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.6
(55)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients

Dr. Mary Clifton, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.4
(30)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available tomorrow
"She listened and answered all of my questions. She was very helpful to me."

Dr. Joseph Sims, DOTelehealth visit

Video
4.7
(155)
StethoscopeUrgent care
  • Available tomorrow

Jennifer Fix, FNP-CTelehealth visit

Video
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available tomorrow

Dr. Eric Chang, DOTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(117)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Star Highly rated
"Awesome experience. Was on time, listened to my concerns, and addressed my issues. Highly recommend!"

Dr. Sleiman Abukhater, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.9
(120)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available tomorrow
  • HeartLoyal patients
"The provider was empathetic and carrying to my medical situation. The provider shared his professional prospective and assisted me with kindness and compassion. I will certainly refer any and everyone to your service. Again, thank you for all the help!!!!"

Dr. Kerolos Tawfeek, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.7
(380)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients
"The doctor listened to my concerns and asked pertinent questions. He gave me a prescription but also recommended other methods to get me feeling better as soon as possible. I will definitely use this service and go through this provider again."

Dr. Muhammad Usman, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.8
(226)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients

Dr. Henry Chang, DOTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(40)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available today
  • Star Highly rated

Dr. Jeffrey Gazzara, DOTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(63)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients
"Caring and very personable. Dr. Gazzara was attentive, helpful, caring, and made me feel heard and validated. Highly recommend."

Dr. Arturo Perez-Correa, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.7
(82)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients
"Dr. Perez took me seriously and listened to my concerns. He made me feel comfortable and took care of my situation quickly and efficiently. I would absolutely see him again for future medical needs."

Timothy Rohrschneider, PA-CTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(125)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available tomorrow
  • Star Highly rated
"He was EXCELLENT...I wish he could be my primary doctor"

Adewumi Bakare, PATelehealth visit

Video
4.9
(946)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available today
  • Star Highly rated
"Super personable and very efficient. Highly recommend! The entire process was so easy which is exactly what you want when you aren't feeling well!"

Dr. Muhammad Imran, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.5
(87)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients

Dr. Mohammad Khan, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.1
(86)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients
"Listened to my concerns and addressed. Very satisfied. Quick and easy appointment."

Dr. Feras Hamdan, MDTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(9)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • Star Highly rated

Beth Thornton, APRN-CNPTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(12)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
  • Star Highly rated

Dr. Anna Chacon, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.8
(285)
StethoscopeDermatology
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients
"Professional, efficient, factual, reassuring. Excellent way to do a quick & productive consultation. I was able to share high resolution photos with the doctor and that was all really necessary to do the initial assessment."

Dr. Ozita Cooper, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.9
(91)
StethoscopeEmergency medicine
  • Available tomorrow
  • Star Highly rated

Dr. Fayez Mekhael, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.2
(31)
StethoscopeFamily medicine
  • Available today
"He was quick , knowable, caring and listened. He was able diagnose quickly and got me exactly what I needed"

Dr. Monika Bhalla, MDTelehealth visit

Video
4.9
(80)
StethoscopeInternal medicine
  • Available today
  • TrophyPopular

Michael Shroth, DNPTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(59)
StethoscopeAdult health
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients
"He quickly understood the issue and helped with medications"

Dr. Tito Suero Salvador, MDTelehealth visit

Video
5.0
(93)
StethoscopeEmergency medicine
  • Available today
  • HeartLoyal patients
"Prompt, professional, thorough, and courteous"

About Menstrual cramps

Back to the top

Menstrual cramps - also known as dysmenorrhea - are common symptoms that may occur with a period. These cramps usually happen just before or during a menstrual period. In many cases, this discomfort will go away after a few days and require little medical treatment.

Common symptoms of menstrual cramps include:
  • Cramping and aching in the lower abdomen
  • Pain that radiates from the abdomen to the upper thighs and back
  • Feeling pressure in the abdomen

In most cases, menstrual cramps are caused by the uterus contracting during a period. These contractions are the most common cause of menstrual cramps, although some women may experience pain and cramping due to an underlying condition.

Medical conditions that can cause pain during periods include:

- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): PID is an infection of the reproductive organs, commonly caused by sexually transmitted bacteria.

- Endometriosis: This condition occurs when the lining of the uterus develops on the outside of the uterus. Endometriosis can cause swelling and pain during periods.

- Fibroids: Fibroids are noncancerous tumors that grow on the walls of the uterus.

- Adenomyosis: This condition occurs when the lining of the uterus grows into the muscular wall of the uterus.

- Cervical stenosis: A narrow opening of the cervix can impede menstrual flow, which can lead to pressure in the uterus. This pressure can cause cramping during a period.

Menstrual cramps usually decrease in intensity as a woman grows older. If you experience menstrual cramps for more than 2-3 days, or if the pain is severe, talk to your health care provider. Cramping won’t result in complications, but serious pain may signify an underlying condition such as those listed above.

Treatment Options

Most cases of menstrual cramps can be effectively treated with over-the-counter medication and self-care strategies. Common treatment options are listed below. During your appointment, discuss your symptoms with your provider and talk about what treatment plan might be right for you.

Clock
Availability
Certification
Credentials
Stethoscope
Provider specialty
Gender
Provider gender
Chat
Language
  1. HomeChevron Right
  2. Menstrual crampsChevron Right
  3. Saginaw, MI