Updated November 14, 2016. Estimated average glucose (eAG) or average glucose is a newer term you may see reported by your doctor. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) introduced this term to help us translate our A1c tests into numbers that would more closely represent our daily glucose meter readings.
Dysmenorrhea means difficult or painful periods. The most common symptoms are cramps in the lower part of the belly and/or lower back pain during your period. If you have pain, talk to your health care provider. Dysmenorrhea can be treated.
Secondary dysmenorrhea is described as a type of congested, dull pain that begins as much as two weeks before the start of your monthly flow. Women in their 30âs and 40âs are more likely to experience this kind of cramping and these symptoms usually do not subside with age.