NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
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Dysmenorrhea—commonly known as painful periods—affects up to 90% of menstruating women at some point. For many, it’s more than mild cramping—it’s debilitating pain that affects mood, intimacy, and quality of life.
At Patients Medical in New York City, we go beyond temporary fixes like NSAIDs or birth control. Our integrative approach uses conventional, functional, and holistic therapies to treat the root causes of menstrual pain and restore hormonal balance—naturally.
Dysmenorrhea refers to painful menstrual cramps originating in the lower abdomen, which may radiate to the back, thighs, or pelvis. There are two main types:
Some women find that sexual activity, especially orgasm, relieves cramps by increasing blood flow and releasing feel-good endorphins. Others, particularly those with endometriosis or pelvic inflammation, may experience increased pain during or after sex.
Here’s what to consider:
Post-intercourse bleeding or intense cramping may indicate an underlying condition—seek evaluation
If sex is consistently painful, it’s not just a “normal” part of periods—it’s a sign to investigate deeper.
From a functional medicine perspective, dysmenorrhea is often linked to:
To uncover your unique imbalance, we use advanced integrative labs, including:
Olivia, 29, avoided intimacy during her period due to intense cramps and pain during sex. After years of dismissals, she came to Patients Medical for answers.
We uncovered high estrogen, poor liver detox, and microbiome imbalance. Over 4 months, she followed a plan of:
By month five, Olivia reported less cramping, no pain during sex, and renewed confidence in her relationships.
Yes—orgasms may relieve cramps by improving blood flow and releasing endorphins. But everyone’s experience is different.
If you experience sharp pain, heavy bleeding, or emotional discomfort, skip sex until you’re feeling better.
Many patients achieve dramatic improvement through hormone balancing, anti-inflammatory diets, and targeted supplements.
Yes. We address the hormonal, muscular, and emotional aspects of intimacy in a judgment-free space.
We’re out-of-network, but we offer superbills for reimbursement. Some lab tests may be partially covered.
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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