While over-the-counter pain relievers and hormonal birth controls can help manage the symptoms of dysmenorrhea, healthy lifestyle modifications can also improve hormonal fluctuations and reduce the severity of menstrual symptoms.
Menstrual cramps, the unwelcome guests of every menstrual cycle, can disrupt daily life. However, managing the pain is possible with healthy diet adjustments, keeping yourself hydrated, exercising regularly, and applying heat over abdomen and back.