Mittelschmerz

Alternative names:

midcycle pain; ovulation pain

Treatment:

No treatment is usually necessary. Pain relievers (analgesics) may be needed in cases of prolonged or intense pain.

Expectations (prognosis):

The outcome is expected to be excellent.

Complications:

There are usually no complications.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if midcycle ovulation pain seems to change or become unusually prolonged.