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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Mittelschmerz (MITT-ul-shmurz) means ""middle pain.'' It strikes some women when the ovary releases an egg into the tube leading to the uterus (womb). This occurs about 2 weeks before your period. It can cause pain and cramping; but it is not serious and usually goes away after about 6 to 8 hours.

Causes

An egg being released from an ovary.

Signs/Symptoms

Pain and sometimes cramps on one side of the lower abdomen. Some women feel sick to their stomach and note some spotting of blood from the vagina.

Care

Rest and try to drink plenty of fluids (about eight glasses a day). To ease any pain, you can try a heating pad set on low or sit in a warm bath. If the pain is severe, your doctor may prescribe a pain medication.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO

  • Rest until you feel better.
  • Take your temperature every 4 hours.
  • Do not take any laxatives or pain killers unless ordered by your doctor.
  • Drink plenty of fluids.

Call Your Doctor If...

  • The pain does not go away in a few days.
  • You have increased vaginal bleeding.
  • You have any unusual vaginal discharge.

Seek Care Immediately If...

  • The pain increases.
  • You begin to vomit blood or find blood in your bowel movement.
  • You are dizzy or faint.
  • Your abdomen becomes swollen.
  • You have a high temperature.
  • You have difficulty passing urine.
  • You have trouble breathing.


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