Mittelschmerz |
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DESCRIPTION
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Mittelschmerz (MITT-ul-shmurz) means ""middle pain.'' It strikes some women when the ovary releases an egg into the tube leading to the uterus (womb). This occurs about 2 weeks before your period. It can cause pain and cramping; but it is not serious and usually goes away after about 6 to 8 hours.
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CAUSES
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An egg being released from an ovary.
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SYMPTOMS
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Pain and sometimes cramps on one side of the lower abdomen. Some women feel sick to their stomach and note some spotting of blood from the vagina.
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CARE
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Rest and try to drink plenty of fluids (about eight glasses a day). To ease any pain, you can try a heating pad set on low or sit in a warm bath. If the pain is severe, your doctor may prescribe a pain medication.
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