NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
Millions of women suffer from dysmenorrhea—painful menstrual cramps that disrupt life month after month. But few realize that severe or chronic dysmenorrhea may be a sign of deeper issues—ones that can affect fertility.
At Patients Medical in NYC, our integrative women’s health team combines gynecology, functional medicine, and holistic care to uncover what’s really going on—and help you feel empowered, pain-free, and fertile.
Dysmenorrhea refers to the pain associated with menstruation. It is typically categorized into two types:
The pain may range from mild to severe and can include cramping, lower back pain, nausea, and headaches. While dysmenorrhea is common, it doesn’t have to be accepted as a normal part of life.
While mild period cramps don’t typically impact fertility, chronic or severe dysmenorrhea can signal underlying reproductive disorders that do, including:
Our functional medicine approach seeks to answer why your periods are painful. Common underlying factors include:
At Patients Medical, we use advanced diagnostic testing to uncover the underlying causes of dysmenorrhea:
Through bioidentical hormones and thyroid optimization, we treat hormonal imbalances that contribute to severe period pain and other symptoms.
Priya, 34, came to us with debilitating periods and 18 months of unsuccessful attempts to conceive. Tests revealed:
Her personalized care plan included:
Six months later, Priya was pain-free, ovulating regularly, and—pregnant.
Yes—especially if they stem from conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, or hormonal imbalance.
No. We offer natural, holistic strategies that address the root cause rather than masking symptoms.
Excess estrogen or low progesterone often drive uterine inflammation and cramping.
Many women do—especially with support. Our integrative approach improves outcomes by reducing inflammation and improving ovulation.
Not at all. Most are simple blood, saliva, urine, or stool tests.
Absolutely. Cortisol imbalance can disrupt reproductive hormones and increase inflammation.
Most women experience improved cycles within 2–3 months of beginning a personalized plan.
Yes. We support both paths—optimizing your health regardless of the method.
We’re out-of-network but provide superbills. Some testing may be partially reimbursable.
Yes! We support women across the U.S. through telehealth.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you
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