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Medically reviewed by Femi Aremu, PharmD NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen are effective pain relievers for period ...

Period cramps can be debilitating, but you don’t have to suffer in the discomfort of recurrent painful periods. No matter the severity of your cramps, there’s a range of over the counter and ...

Menstrual cramps may occur close to or during a period. Severe, longer lasting cramps may be a sign of a secondary condition, such as endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease. The term for pain ...

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Let’s be honest, sometimes going for a long run is the last thing on your mind when you’re experiencing menstrual cramps. In these times, practicing yoga can serve as a smart alternative as it can ...

Lauren Ball works for The University of Queensland and receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council, Queensland Health and Mater Misericordia. She is a Director of Dietitians ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relief, such as ibuprofen, may help treat cramps before and during the menstrual cycle. Doctors may also recommend other home remedies, such as dietary changes and heat ...

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At one point or another, we’ve all experienced the unexpected, intense pain of a muscle cramp. Muscle cramps, also known as muscle spasms or charley horses, are the involuntary contraction of muscle ...