Symptoms are rare in postmenopausal women. Possible Complications Severe pain that regularly interferes with normal activity. Infertility from underlying cause. Initial treatment aims are to relieve pain. Long term goals of treatment involve treating any underlying cause with medication, counseling or possibly surgery.
Heat helps relieve pain.
Use a heating pad or hot-water bottle on the abdomen or back, or take hot baths. Sit in a tub of hot water for 10 to 15 minutes as often as necessary. Psychotherapy or counseling, if dysmenorrhea is stress related Hypnosis therapy may help. Treatment as required, for the cause for the secondary dysmenorrhea. Surgery may be recommended for women whose pain cannot be controlled by medications.