Many women experience pain during their periods: cramps, sore breasts, backaches, headaches\u2026 It\u2019s also possible to feel pain during ovulation. It even has a name: Mittelschmerz (mittel = middle \/ schm\u00e9rz: pain). Is this normal? What does it mean?<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s take a look at the origin of this pain and possible treatments.<\/p>\n
The female cycle is divided into four phases<\/strong>:<\/p>\n You can also track your cycle in the May app<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The second phase of the menstrual cycle<\/strong>, as its name indicates, corresponds to ovulation<\/strong> (this is when you have the greatest chance of getting pregnant<\/em>). During this phase, it\u2019s possible to feel your body working<\/strong>, which can be uncomfortable or even painful<\/strong>. But why?<\/p>\n However, we recommend that you pay close attention to what you feel<\/strong>; it\u2019s also possible that this pain has nothing to do with the ovulation period. If it\u2019s too intense or seems abnormal to you, don\u2019t hesitate to consult a healthcare professional<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Ovulation-related pain can be similar to what you feel during your period<\/strong>:<\/p>\n These sensations are normally much less intense and shorter than those felt during menstruation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The duration of ovulation-related pain varies between women and cycles<\/strong>. It can last a few hours, a day, or at most two days. And remember, it shouldn\u2019t be too intense<\/strong>. Otherwise, we encourage you to consult<\/strong> a healthcare professional<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, there\u2019s not much you can do<\/strong> if you experience pain during ovulation.<\/p>\n You can try to relieve it<\/strong> in the same way you would period pain.<\/p>\n To stop ovulation, you also have the option of taking oral contraception<\/strong>, getting a hormonal IUD<\/strong> fitted, or an implant<\/strong>. These contraceptive methods work by stopping ovulation to prevent pregnancy. Don\u2019t hesitate to discuss this with your GP<\/strong>, a midwife<\/strong> (we have a whole team available via the May chat 7 days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.), or a gynecologist<\/strong> if you have questions.<\/p>\n Once again, pain that is too intense during ovulation should be a warning sign<\/strong>. We strongly encourage you to see a healthcare professional when it becomes bothersome, or to call 15 if it\u2019s a stabbing, persistent pain<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The topic is concerning, but it\u2019s important to know: other factors<\/strong> can cause lower abdominal pain, such as the rupture of an ovarian cyst<\/strong> (an abnormal fluid-filled mass, often benign), an adnexal torsion<\/strong>, or even an ectopic pregnancy<\/strong> (when a pregnancy develops outside the uterus). That\u2019s why at the slightest doubt, we recommend consulting<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n
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How can I recognize characteristics of ovulation-related pain?<\/h2>\n
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How long does ovulation pain last?<\/h2>\n
What remedies can relieve ovulation pain?<\/h2>\n
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When should I see a doctor if I have pain at the time of ovulation?<\/h2>\n