NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
NYC’s Leading Integrative Health Care Center
Painful periods may feel like a monthly inconvenience, but if you’re pregnant—or trying to conceive—dysmenorrhea can take on new meaning. At Patients Medical in NYC, we believe your menstrual health offers key insights into your reproductive wellness.
Our integrative, functional medicine approach helps patients understand how chronic period pain may influence pregnancy—and how to restore balance naturally.
Dysmenorrhea refers to the pain associated with menstruation. It is typically categorized into two types:
The pain may range from mild to severe and can include cramping, lower back pain, nausea, and headaches. While dysmenorrhea is common, it doesn’t have to be accepted as a normal part of life.
While dysmenorrhea itself doesn’t typically harm an established pregnancy, the underlying conditions linked to it—such as endometriosis or fibroids—can impact fertility, implantation, and pregnancy outcomes. Additionally, unmanaged inflammation and hormonal imbalance may:
At Patients Medical, we go beyond symptom relief. We explore the why behind chronic menstrual pain and its connection to pregnancy health:
At Patients Medical, we use advanced diagnostic testing to uncover the underlying causes of dysmenorrhea:
Erica, 31, came to us with severe dysmenorrhea, diagnosed endometriosis, and failed IVF cycles. She was told pregnancy would be difficult without surgery.
We designed a 4-month plan to support her naturally:
By month five, Erica conceived naturally and went on to have a healthy pregnancy—with dramatically reduced pelvic pain.
Yes—especially if they stem from conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, or hormonal imbalance.
No. We offer natural, holistic strategies that address the root cause rather than masking symptoms.
Excess estrogen or low progesterone often drive uterine inflammation and cramping.
Many women do—especially with support. Our integrative approach improves outcomes by reducing inflammation and improving ovulation.
Not at all. Most are simple blood, saliva, urine, or stool tests.
Absolutely. Cortisol imbalance can disrupt reproductive hormones and increase inflammation.
Most women experience improved cycles within 2–3 months of beginning a personalized plan.
Yes. We support both paths—optimizing your health regardless of the method.
We’re out-of-network but provide superbills. Some testing may be partially reimbursable.
Yes! We support women across the U.S. through telehealth.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you
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