Women's Pain

Understand pain in women and ways to help manage it

Women's Pain

Women’s Pain Symptoms

  • Most have experienced period pain – it’s a common and normal symptom of menstruation.
  • It happens when the womb muscles contract, causing pain in the tummy area which can radiate into the back and thighs.
  • The severity and intensity of period pain can vary, from one month to another, as from one person to another.

Understanding women's pain

Women can suffer from female-specific pain, particularly Period pain and endometriosis

Coping with women's pain

Learn more about how you can manage and treat women's pain.

Why ibuprofen can help

Ibuprofen helps relieve pain, fever and has anti-inflammatory properties. It works for various types of pain including period pain, strains and sprains, headaches and migraines

Gender Pain Gap

Having your pain dismissed and ignored can lead to emotional and physical turmoil. Read our case studies that show the experiences of real women.

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