The most painful part of the menstrual cycle varies from person to person, depending on the underlying cause of the pain.
Some individuals experience the most intense pain during menstruation, while others find the pre-menstrual phase more challenging. Here's a breakdown:
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During Menstruation (Period): Pain, often referred to as dysmenorrhea, can be caused by uterine contractions as the body sheds its lining. Conditions like endometriosis, where uterine-like tissue grows outside the uterus, can also cause significant pain during this time.
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Before Menstruation (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome - PMS): PMS symptoms, which can include abdominal cramping, back pain, headaches, and breast tenderness, typically worsen in the one to two weeks leading up to the period.
In summary, whether the pain is worse during or before menstruation is highly individual and often dependent on underlying health conditions.
