Column February 19, 2026
Severe Menstrual Cramps — Is It Okay to Just Rely on Painkillers?
Hyo-seop Kim
Chief Director
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Severe menstrual cramps that recur every month are not a problem you should simply endure or mask with painkillers. Underlying causes such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis may be present, and even when there is no organic cause, fundamental improvement is possible by reshaping your constitutional balance.
Korean medicine treatment for women
- Removing blood stasis (eohyeol, 瘀血): Improves blood circulation in the uterus to relieve pain
- Herbal medicine prescriptions: Regulate hormonal balance and strengthen uterine function
- Acupuncture and moxibustion: Improve blood flow in the lower abdomen and normalize uterine temperature
Korean medicine is effective not only for menstrual cramps but for women's conditions overall — including irregular menstruation, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and infertility. Through consistent treatment tailored to your constitution, we help create a healthy uterine environment.