Mittelschmerz
Mittelschmerz Causes
Mittelschmerz direct cause is still unknown but it usually occurs when the woman ovulate where the woman may cause pain before the egg is released with ovulation. It may be said to be caused by a blood or fluid that is released from the ruptured follicle which irritates the lining of the abdomen.
Mittelschmerz Definition
Mittelschmerz, a German word to refer middle pain, is condition where there is pain on one side of the lower abdomen that usually occurs in women midway or 14 days before their menstrual period.
Mittelschmerz Diagnosis
Confirmation of the medical condition is made through focusing more on the symptoms and taking note of its timing to rule out other medical conditions like dysmenorrhea.
Mittelschmerz Symptoms and Signs
Symptoms includes an unusual pain on one side of the lower abdomen.
Mittelschmerz Treatment
Treatment includes administration of over the counter pain reliever, and in some cases the use of oral contraceptive inasmuch as it prevents ovulation.