Have you ever noticed that you feel pain during your cycle around ovulation? In this case, it is probably the so-called Mid-period or ovulation pain When the egg leaves the fallopian tube and travels to the uterus, this can be felt as a pulling sensation in the lower abdomen. We would like to take a closer look at this phenomenon in our blog post. So let's talk about the causes, symptoms and the options for pain relief! 

The exact cause of ovulation pain is not known. However, it has something to do with the phases of your cycle It is believed that the mittelschmerz is caused by the follicle bursting during ovulation. This can also cause a slight bleeding in the abdomen. Some menstruating people notice this because they have light spotting in the middle of their cycle. However, this is not a cause for concern at all. Another cause could be the Contraction of the fallopian tubes which ensures that the egg can safely pass through to the uterus.

You are probably wondering how the Mittelschmerz actually feels like. Maybe you have even experienced it yourself.Mittelschmerz usually occurs suddenly. It is often referred to as Pull This pain is often localized on one side of the lower abdomen and can be very unpleasant for those affected. It is also different for every menstruating person: some feel the pain on both sides, while others only feel it on the left or right side. On which side the pain is felt depends on which Ovary the egg has been released. Did you also know that ovulation pain can be accompanied by light bleeding or vaginal discharge? There are also menstruating women who feel Mittelschmerz not only in their lower abdomen - it can even radiate into the back or legs. 

Mittelschmerz occurs around the time of ovulation either shortly before or after. Most menstruating women notice the middle pain about a day before the actual ovulation. In fact, it can also be that the middle pain is not felt before, but during or even after ovulation. Overall, the ovulation pain then lasts for approx. 6 to 12 hours It is also possible that the dull or cramp-like pain only lasts a few minutes. For some menstruating women, it lasts several hours. The length of the middle pain can therefore vary greatly from person to person. ​​

Have you ever wondered why ovulation hurts so much? As we have already explained above, the exact cause of the pain that can occur during ovulation is still unclear. In fact, it is assumed that pain that occurs during ovulation could be caused by the rupture of the follicle in the ovary. This allows the egg to be released successfully.  Rupture of a follicle , which is usually filled to capacity, pain can be felt. This happens, for example, when the follicles is about to release the egg. In fact, the fluid that is produced during this process of rupture may even irritate the peritoneum, causing the existing pain The fluid or blood released during this process can also irritate surrounding nerves and cause pain. 

You may now be wondering whether severe pain in the middle of the abdomen can be a good sign. After all, it is especially important for people with  Desire to have children  important to know when ovulation occurs in order to determine the fertiledays In fact, you notice the middle pain around your fertiledays or your ovulation. This means that it can be a sign of fertility. If the middle pain occurs regularly, it can be helpful for tracking your ovulation. This means that it can also be useful for people who want to have children or for  prevention  be beneficial. But be careful:  However, it is not a safe method to determine your ovulation and thus your fertiledays to determine.Finally, it may be the case that Mittelschmerz does not occur every cycle or that the pain is not always the same. In fact, most menstruating women do not experience ovulation pain at all.

In most cases, mittelschmerz is mild and does not require medical treatment. However, there are ways to relieve symptoms.  Relaxation and breathing exercises  help to relax the muscles in the lower abdomen.  warmth  on your stomach can also do you good. Our recommendation: Our practical  Taynie Heat Belt . Thanks to the Velcro fastener, this warms your abdomen even when you are standing or moving. The fluffy material is pleasant on the skin and is therefore the perfect companion and helper during your ovulation pain. But of course also when symptoms of your period become noticeable. 

Normally, the Mittelschmerz is harmless and passes without any special treatment. However, if you feel the pain very strongly and it lasts for several hours, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. The pulling in the lower abdomen can also be due to a  Ectopic pregnancy  or  Endometriosis  Would you like to learn more about endometriosis? Then you can  here  Read our blog post about it. Unusual  Accompanying symptoms  How  Of course, you should also get a fever, heavy vaginal bleeding or pain when urinating checked out! If you have severe and persistent pain, contact your gynecologist to be sure whether it is really your ovulation pain or possibly something else.