Ovulation pain
It's common to have ovulation pain about 14 days before your period. It usually lasts a short time and is nothing to worry about.
If these symptoms are severe, persistent or worsening, seek medical advice promptly.
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Medicines commonly prescribed for Ovulation pain
For informational purposes only. Always consult a doctor before taking any medication.
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It's common to have ovulation pain about 14 days before your period. It usually lasts a short time and is nothing to worry about.
Symptoms of ovulation pain
Some women get ovulation pain.
It can affect anyone who ovulates, which is when an egg is released as part of your menstrual cycle.
Ovulation pain often:
- feels like a dull pain or sharp sudden twinges
- lasts from a few minutes to 1 or 2 days
- happens about 14 days before a period
- only affects 1 side of your tummy at a time
- switches sides each time, depending on which ovary releases an egg
You may also have a little vaginal bleeding or discharge during ovulation.
Causes of ovulation pain
Ovulation pain is caused by the ovary releasing the egg.
There are some conditions that may cause a similar pain.
These include:
- conditions that affect the womb or ovaries such as endometriosis and ovarian cysts
- some sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as chlamydia
- scar tissue (adhesions) from surgery you've had near the ovaries, such as a caesarean section
- an ectopic pregnancy
Treatment for ovulation pain
If ovulation is the only cause of your pain and it's not severe, a warm bath or painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen may be all you need.
A GP may advise contraception to stop you from ovulating, such as the contraceptive pill or a contraceptive implant.
If a GP thinks something else is causing the pain, they may refer you for tests or to see a specialist. Treatment will depend on what the cause is.
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