What does period pain feel like?
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Dr Sarah Jarvis MBE
It is common for periods to be painful for teenagers and young adults. Periods tend to become less painful as you get older. An anti-inflammatory painkiller often eases the pain. In most cases, the cause of the pain during periods is not clear. Sometimes, usually in women in their 30s or 40s, a problem in the pelvis causes the pain.
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