Lower back paincan be due to several conditions that can affect people of any sex.
Female lower back paincan be chronic or cyclical.
Causes of low-back pain range from common premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms to serious conditions like endometriosis.
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This article highlights all possible common causes of low back pain in females.
As well as symptoms, treatment options, and prevention strategies for lower back pain.
The key to identifying the root of lower back pain is tracking intensity and monitoring additional symptoms.
Typically, this pain arises during the late-luteal phase of the menstrual cycle.
Dysmenorrhea
Dysmenorrhea, orperiod cramps, can also cause lower back pain.
Besides heavy periods, a hallmark symptom of endo is intense lower back or pelvic pain around menstruation.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
PID is a serious infection of the reproductive organs in females.
It’s typically brought on by an untreated sexually transmitted infection (STI), such asgonorrheaorchlamydia.
Other symptoms of fibroids are:
Ovarian Cysts
Ovarian cystsoften have no symptoms.
However, they can cause pain or pressure in the lower abdomen and pain with certain activities.
Causes include spinal misalignment and muscle, ligament, or bone injury.
What Else Commonly Causes Lower Back Pain?
Identifying the cause of lower back pain can depend on a number of factors.
Find a combination of gentle treatments that work for you, including the following.
Summary
Lower back pain in women is common, especially for those in their reproductive years.
From PMS to pregnancy, hormones play a big role in lower back, hip, and pelvic pain.
Other causes of low-back pain occur in people of any sex, including injury or stress.
you could manage low-back pain with lifestyle adjustments and self-care.
A healthcare provider can also prescribe treatments to help you manage underlying causes and treat severe pain.
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