| Pain Score | Description | Menstrual Pain Context |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | No pain | Some people feel only mild discomfort or none at all during periods. |
| 1–3 | Mild pain | Slight cramps; able to do normal activities without much trouble. |
| 4–6 | Moderate pain | Noticeable cramps; may need rest or pain medication; some difficulty with daily tasks. |
| 7–10 | Severe pain | Very strong cramps; may cause nausea, sweating, dizziness; often interferes with school, work, or normal activities (seen in dysmenorrhea). |
For many people with a “typical” period, pain is usually in the mild-to-moderate range (about 3–6/10), especially during the first 1–2 days.
If pain is above 7/10 regularly, lasts several days, or affects daily functioning, it’s considered more severe than normal and may require medical evaluation.
