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Menstrual Cycle - Frequently Asked Questions


Q: Which doctor should I consult for menstrual cycle related problems?

A: You should consult a gynecologist.

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Q: Is it okay to have sexual intercourse during monthly periods?

A: A protected sexual intercourse using a condom is fine during menstruation unless your partner has some sexually transmitted disease.

Q: How to get relief from menstrual cramps?

A: Menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea is the lower abdominal and lower back pain during periods. Use of over-the-counter antispasmodics or painkillers may be of help. Some women have severe pain and they have to get painkiller injections.

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