Why Does My Period Pain Go Down to My Thighs?

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Period pain may spread to your thighs and lower back because of the way the nerves in your body are connected. When your uterus cramps, the nerves in that area can send pain signals to other parts of your body, including your legs and back.

For many women in India, this pain is often dismissed as a normal part of their period. However, if the pain is severe, getting worse, interferes with your daily life or accompanied by other symptoms, it can be a red flag for an underlying condition such as:

  • Endometriosis: In this condition, tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, which can cause severe cramps and pain that radiates to the lower abdomen, back, and thighs.
  • Uterine Fibroids: These non-cancerous growths can put pressure on nearby nerves, causing pain that spreads to the lower back and legs.
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Every month, millions of Indian girls & women suffer in silence, told that their severe period pain (dysmenorrhea) is “normal.” Our mission is to break that silence. #StopThePeriodPain campaign is here to empower you with 3 simple truths:

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References:

  1. International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology – Prevalence of dysmenorrhoea and its effect on quality of life among nursing students
  2. Prevalence And Management Of Dysmenorrhea Among The Adolescents Of Selected Schools Of Rehan, Distt Kangra
  3. A Study of School Absenteeism During Menstruation Amongst Adolescent Schoolgirls in An Urban Area of North India
  4. Times of India – Why ‘Period pain is normal’ might be the biggest myth in women’s health
  5. Health Radius – Top 5 menstrual problems women shouldn’t ignore
  6. Financial Express – Period pain may not always be routine