Relieve Menstrual Cramps: Best Meds, Foods & Exercises

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The Best Medicines for Menstrual Cramps

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Andrea Scott

Cramps are a common complaint during the menstrual cycle. A March 2014 "American Family Physician" article reports that as many as 9 out of 10 women experience menstrual cramps. The pain can be severe enough that some women miss work, school or social activities.