Diagnosis of pain at ovulation

Many affected persons, especially young women, are worried when they are affected by the pain for the first time and consult the gynecologist. In most cases, a detailed interview (anamnesis) is sufficient to make the diagnosis. Typical is first of all the time of the pain, namely exactly in the middle of the cycle.

Doctors therefore often refer to it as “Mittelschmerz”. Furthermore, it is almost always felt on one side of the abdomen. The intensity of the pain varies considerably: some women only report a slight “pushing” or “pulling”, whereas other women experience severe pain.

In order not to overlook possible fluid accumulation or other changes in the lower abdomen, the gynaecologist may perform an ultrasound examination. If patients suffer from severe unilateral lower abdominal pain regardless of their ovulation, other conditions should be excluded. In the case of right-sided pain, for example, appendicitis may be considered.

Therapy of pain during ovulation

Pain during ovulation can be very unpleasant. If they also occur with monthly regularity, those affected can use some aids or medication. Many patients find heat particularly pleasant and relaxing.

Hot-water bottles or warm compresses, for example, are suitable for this. Alternatively, you can take a hot full bath to relieve the pain. For mild pain, exercise can help!

In some cases, magnesium preparations can provide relief. However, if the complaints are severe or even interfere with everyday life, painkillers can be used. It may be advisable to start taking oral contraceptives (“the pill”).

Women who suffer from pronounced ovulation pains can use various aids to make the time around ovulation more comfortable. In general, there are many methods of dealing with moderate pain and not all of them help every woman to the same extent. If the pain is less severe, exercise can have a positive effect on the symptoms.

Furthermore, warmth is often felt to be pain-relieving. Here, tried and tested methods are the application of a hot water bottle or a cherry stone cushion. But also other warming methods such as a hot bath can reduce the pain.

If the pain persists, cannot be tolerated and none of the household remedies provide relief, a painkiller can still be taken. In this case it would be advisable to consult a doctor to discuss the duration of the medication and its dosage and to exclude other causes. Many women also turn to alternative methods of treatment in their search for relief from moderate pain.

These are supposed to have a supporting and regulating effect. There are many different offers on the market, such as specially adapted teas, globules and salts. Also the income of certain vegetable preparations can work helpfully. Especially in gynaecology, there have always been plants such as monk’s pepper, lady’s mantle, evening primrose and grape silver candle, to which healing effects are attributed. Whether it is worthwhile for you to take such a tea or preparation should be discussed with your treating doctor beforehand, as not every herb is equally suitable for every woman.