Title: Nausea During Period: What Causes It and What Can You Do?
Headings: Is It Common to Have Nausea During Your Period?
Is It Common to Have Nausea During Your Period?
What are the most common causes of nausea during a period?
Dysmenorrhea
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
Endometriosis
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
When should you see a doctor?
What type of treatment can you expect?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Selective serotonin uptake inhibitors
Oral contraceptives
Antibiotics
Home remedies
The bottom line
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Content: There are several causes of nausea during menstruation. These conditions range in severity, so it’s important to pay attention to your other symptoms. Dysmenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea, or painful menstrual cramps, is the most common cause of nausea during periods. In primary dysmenorrhea, the pain is caused by increased uterine contractions. This happens when your uterine lining make larger amounts of prostaglandins, a hormone that controls uterine contractions. In secondary dysmenorrhea, menstrual pain is related to another medical condition, like endometriosis. Menstrual cramps usually involve the: lower abdomen
hips
thighs
back
Sometimes, cramps can feel uncomfortable enough to make you nauseous. The high levels of prostaglandins may also enter your bloodstream and cause nausea. Other symptoms include: