During menstruation, many women may experience some discomfort. Common discomforts include lower abdominal pain, soreness and weakness in the waist and knees, physical fatigue, decreased sleep quality, and persistent headaches. It usually appears during menstruation, and the symptoms will disappear after the menstrual period is over. So, what's going on with headaches during menstruation?
Headaches during menstruation may be a symptom of menstrual headaches. Due to fluctuations in hormone levels during menstruation, hormone levels in the blood also increase. As the blood circulates throughout the body, hormones gradually stimulate blood vessels in the head, causing them to contract and dilate, leading to headaches. If a headache causes women to feel dizzy and nauseous, medication is needed to suppress it, otherwise do not take medication.
Menstrual headaches may also be related to sleep, as discomfort during menstruation can cause sleep disorders in women, and lack of sleep can lead to headaches, which can only be improved with good sleep. Meanwhile, due to issues such as insufficient sleep and significant emotional fluctuations during menstruation, it can lead to nerve tension and neuropathic pain. Therefore, it is best for women during their menstrual period to maintain emotional stability.
The problem of headaches during menstruation requires long-term adjustment, and women should gradually change their habits during menstruation. Before menstruation, it is important to keep warm, especially in the head and abdomen. When experiencing headaches during menstruation, massage the head appropriately or apply hot water to the head to promote blood circulation and relieve headaches effectively.
