Painful Periods: When Cramps Signal Something Serious

Period cramps are common — but debilitating pain is not normal. At Be. Women’s Health in Frisco, TX, we help you understand when period pain is just uncomfortable… and when it’s a sign of something more.

Mild to moderate cramps can be normal.
They’re caused by prostaglandins, natural chemicals that help the uterus contract.

But see a provider if you experience:
✔ Pain that keeps you home from work or school
✔ Pain that worsens over time
✔ Pain unrelieved by ibuprofen
✔ Pain with nausea, vomiting, or heavy bleeding
✔ Pain that starts suddenly in adulthood
✔ Pain during sex or bowel movements

These symptoms may signal:
• Endometriosis
• Adenomyosis
• Fibroids
• Ovarian cysts
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Hormonal imbalance
• Thyroid issues
• Rarely, malignancy

Severe period pain is your body waving a red flag — not something you should “push through.” Relief is available, and treatment is often simple.

If your periods feel unmanageable, schedule an evaluation at Be. Women’s Health in Frisco.