Types of Period Pain (Dysmenorrhea): What are Different Type of Menstrual Cramps?

Period pain is caused due to excessive production of prostaglandins which causes your uterus to contract during periods.

Here are a few ways to deal with period pain:

1. Place a heating pad over affected area
2. Massage your lower abdomen
3. Eat nutritious food
4. Exercise and stretch your body

Period pain either feels like a dull ache or a sharp twinge, depending on your flow.