Period pain: causes, symptoms, and treatment

It's common to have some degree of pain or discomfort before or during menstruation. During your period, the uterus contracts and expels its lining, and pain can occur during this process, lasting up to three days and affecting your daily activities. However, period pain can also be caused by an underlying condition like endometriosis.

If you're interested to learn about painful periods and their causes, this gallery has the answers. Click to find out more.