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#*Note that different women find different over-the-counter pain medications to be more effective than others, and this varies from woman to woman. If you find that one does not work particularly well, do not hesitate to try another, as you may find greater success in trying another type of medication. | #*Note that different women find different over-the-counter pain medications to be more effective than others, and this varies from woman to woman. If you find that one does not work particularly well, do not hesitate to try another, as you may find greater success in trying another type of medication. | ||
#*Anti-inflammatory pain medications (such as ibuprofen and/or naproxen) are known to be troublesome for people who have been diagnosed with kidney or stomach problems. If you fall into either of these categories, consult your doctor prior to use. Or, if you notice symptoms of upset stomach after starting the medication, consult your physician for further advice. | #*Anti-inflammatory pain medications (such as ibuprofen and/or naproxen) are known to be troublesome for people who have been diagnosed with kidney or stomach problems. If you fall into either of these categories, consult your doctor prior to use. Or, if you notice symptoms of upset stomach after starting the medication, consult your physician for further advice. | ||
| − | #Use heat. Some women report that a heating pad alleviates their symptoms. Apply the heating pad to the lower abdomen, and repeat as necessary. <ref>http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mittelschmerz/basics/lifestyle-home-remedies/con-20025507</ref> | + | #Use heat. Some women report that a heating pad alleviates their symptoms. Apply the heating pad to the lower abdomen, and repeat as necessary. <ref name="rf1">http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mittelschmerz/basics/lifestyle-home-remedies/con-20025507</ref> |
| − | #*The reason heat works so well is that it enhances blood flow to the area of pain, relaxes muscles, and eases cramps. <ref | + | #*The reason heat works so well is that it enhances blood flow to the area of pain, relaxes muscles, and eases cramps. <ref name="rf1" /> |
#*Some women also report that a cold pack or cold compress can help to alleviate pain, so you can try both heat and cold and see what works best for you. | #*Some women also report that a cold pack or cold compress can help to alleviate pain, so you can try both heat and cold and see what works best for you. | ||
| − | #Take a bath. A warm or hot bath may work like a heating pad does to relax you and relieve your symptoms. <ref>http://www.webmd.com/women/guide/mittelschmerz-pain?page=2#1</ref> | + | #Take a bath. A warm or hot bath may work like a heating pad does to relax you and relieve your symptoms. <ref name="rf2">http://www.webmd.com/women/guide/mittelschmerz-pain?page=2#1</ref> |
#Consider taking birth control pills. If your symptoms are very bothersome, you can try hormonal contraceptive pills. Prescription birth control pills prevent pregnancy, in part, by stopping ovulation. If you begin taking hormonal birth control pills, you will no longer ovulate, and your painful ovulation will therefore disappear. | #Consider taking birth control pills. If your symptoms are very bothersome, you can try hormonal contraceptive pills. Prescription birth control pills prevent pregnancy, in part, by stopping ovulation. If you begin taking hormonal birth control pills, you will no longer ovulate, and your painful ovulation will therefore disappear. | ||
#*Note that birth control pills are the only effective way to prevent ovulatory pain, as they halt ovulation altogether (by suppressing your natural hormones and therefore preventing ovulation). | #*Note that birth control pills are the only effective way to prevent ovulatory pain, as they halt ovulation altogether (by suppressing your natural hormones and therefore preventing ovulation). | ||
