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Published on: 10/16/2025

What helps with period cramps?

Period cramps can be relieved with heat therapy or medications like naproxen sodium. Both methods help reduce pain by affecting the body's response to cramps.

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Explanation

Period cramps, also known as dysmenorrhea, can be uncomfortable, but there are ways to help ease the pain.

Heat Therapy:

  • Applying heat to the lower abdomen is a simple and effective way to reduce cramp pain. Heat helps relax the muscles and improve blood flow, which can lessen the discomfort.

Medications:

  • Naproxen sodium is a type of medicine that can help with period cramps. It works by reducing the production of certain chemicals in the body that cause pain and inflammation. This medicine can be effective in managing the pain associated with menstrual cramps.

Using these methods, either separately or together, can provide relief from period cramps and make you feel more comfortable.

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