It usually means that the uterine muscles are contracting too hard or too fast. You may feel the cramps in your abdomen, in your back, or even down your legs. Try using an over the counter pain killer with Ibuprofen as the active ingredient. Take it the night before you think your period will start. You may also try taking a warm bath or place a hot water bottle on your abdomen.
Some girls feel that mild exercise helps relieve menstrual pain.
If the pain still is not managed with this medication, then I think you need to see your doctor. Hello, and I hope you can help a worried teenager. I am on birth control, and we DO NOT use a condom. They do not itch, or sting they are just there. Please help me-thanks Venereal warts may be totally painless.