What Are the Causes of Period Cramps?
Period cramps occur due to contractions in your uterus. These contractions are triggered by changes in your body’s hormone levels, especially prostaglandin. During menstruation, your uterus contracts and sheds its lining. The shedded lining is then released as blood through the vagina.
Period pain is more common in some people. Studies show that the following people are more likely to experience period cramps:
- Started puberty early (age 11 or earlier)
- Bleed heavily during their periods
- Have irregular bleeding
- Have a family history of period pain
- Smoke
- Are younger than 30 years of age
Here are some home remedies to help relieve your period cramps.