Q My menstrual cramps keep getting worse and the flow has become very heavy. Is it okay to manage this with Korean medicine alone?
A Most menstrual pain can be managed safely, but some can be a warning sign that requires immediate OB-GYN examination. If you have pelvic pain severe enough to faint, abnormally heavy bleeding, or accompanying fever, you should see an OB-GYN first.
Detailed Answer
If menstrual pain suddenly worsens, begins before the period, and stops as the period starts, it may suggest endometriosis; bleeding heavy enough to cause dizziness may suggest severe anemia; and acute pain on one side of the lower abdomen may suggest a problem such as an ovarian cyst. If you have pelvic pain severe enough to faint, abnormally heavy bleeding, or accompanying fever, you should receive OB-GYN care and examination without delay.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At the clinic as well, when such warning signs are present, we prioritize safety and recommend OB-GYN examination first to rule out organic causes. After an underlying condition is identified or it is confirmed that there are no danger signs, it is advisable to proceed with peace of mind to treatment that restores the cold, blocked uterine environment.
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