For many women, experiencing pain during their period has become a routine part of life. A necessary evil. Something you just “deal with.”
But what if that pain is actually a warning sign? What if the discomfort that forces you to cancel plans, miss work, or rely on strong painkillers every month is actually a symptom of something bigger?
In this article, we want to debunk a long-standing myth: intense menstrual pain is not normal—and in many cases, it may be linked to difficulties getting pregnant. Recognizing this in time can make the difference between silently suffering… or taking control of your reproductive health.
What Is Menstrual Pain and When Should We Be Concerned?
Menstrual pain, medically known as dysmenorrhea, can appear before or during your period. Some women describe it as mild discomfort, while others experience debilitating pain.
Although society has normalized it, the truth is that severe pain should never be seen as a natural part of your cycle.
Primary vs. Secondary Dysmenorrhea
Primary dysmenorrhea: Pain directly related to the menstrual cycle, with no underlying medical cause. It usually starts in adolescence and may lessen with age or after pregnancy.
Secondary dysmenorrhea: Caused by a specific medical condition such as endometriosis, adenomyosis, or fibroids. This type of pain tends to worsen over time and may be linked to fertility problems.
When Can Menstrual Pain Be Linked to Infertility?
There are key warning signs that your menstrual pain shouldn’t be ignored:
- Lasts more than two days and disrupts your routine
- Requires frequent self-medication or emergency care
- Comes with heavy or irregular bleeding
- Has gotten worse over time
- Occurs outside your period (during ovulation or intercourse)
These symptoms may be linked to conditions that directly impact your ability to get pregnant.
Common Conditions That Cause Menstrual Pain and Affect Fertility
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is one of the most common causes of severe menstrual pain. It happens when tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, causing inflammation, adhesions, and internal bleeding.
It is a leading cause of female infertility and can go undiagnosed for years if not properly evaluated.
At Ingenes, we often see patients who lived with undiagnosed endometriosis until they sought help to get pregnant—and discovered that the pain they had endured for years was a warning sign that had gone unnoticed.
Uterine Fibroids
Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the uterus. While they don’t always cause symptoms, they can lead to pain, heavy bleeding, and interfere with embryo implantation or pregnancy development.
Adenomyosis
Similar to endometriosis, this condition occurs when endometrial tissue grows into the uterine muscle wall. It often causes long and painful periods and can lead to infertility in some cases.
Why Is Menstrual Pain So Often Normalized?
For generations, women have grown up hearing things like “pain is normal,” “this is what being a woman means,” or “just tough it out.”
This narrative has caused many to suffer in silence, delaying diagnoses that could change the course of their reproductive health.
It’s time to change the story. Your body speaks, and pain is its way of saying something’s not right.
How Do You Know If Your Menstrual Pain Is Affecting Your Fertility?
If you’ve been trying to get pregnant for a year or more (especially if you’re over 35) and also experience severe menstrual pain, it’s crucial to undergo a full fertility evaluation.
At Ingenes, our specialists can help identify any underlying conditions and determine the best personalized path forward. Every story is different, which is why tests like these are so important:
- Transvaginal ultrasound
- Antral follicle count
- Hormonal evaluation (AMH, FSH, LH, etc.)
- Hysterosalpingography
- Diagnostic laparoscopy (in some cases)
What Are My Options If I Have a Condition Like Endometriosis?
Having a diagnosis like endometriosis, fibroids, or adenomyosis doesn’t mean you can’t become a mom. Reproductive medicine has advanced significantly, and there are real options available.
At Ingenes, we offer specialized protocols for women with these conditions—tailored to each individual case and designed to improve their chances of having a baby.
Treat Your Menstrual Health as Part of Your Reproductive Health
It’s time to stop normalizing pain. Your menstrual cycle is a vital sign of your overall health, and addressing any irregularities early can change everything.
You’re not overreacting. You’re not alone. And you don’t have to keep suffering in silence.
At Ingenes, You Can Still Become a Mom—Even If You’ve Lived With Menstrual Pain
Many women who now hold their baby in their arms spent years thinking their menstrual pain was “normal.” Some were later diagnosed with endometriosis, fibroids, or adenomyosis. Others didn’t know why they couldn’t get pregnant.
At Ingenes, we’ve walked alongside thousands of women in this situation—women who sought help when their bodies were asking to be heard. Women who found not only answers here, but real solutions.
Because it is possible to become a mom, even with conditions that affect fertility. What matters is getting a clear diagnosis and a specialized medical plan that addresses your physical and emotional needs.
At our Institute:
- We have specialists in complex cases who have helped women with severe menstrual pain achieve pregnancy.
- We design personalized protocols for each diagnosis, with real medical options such as assisted reproduction treatments tailored to your case.
- We guide you with advanced technology and a compassionate team that understands what you’ve been through.
Schedule Your Evaluation and Take the First Step Toward Your Baby
If you feel like your menstrual pain isn’t normal, don’t ignore it. That discomfort could be an important sign that something’s not working as it should… and it could also be the beginning of a journey with real answers.
At Ingenes, we offer a full medical evaluation to discover the cause of your pain and help you understand your options for achieving pregnancy.This could be the step that changes everything.
Schedule your consultation today and find out what your body is trying to tell you.