I usually get on & off lower abdo cramp pains leading up to AF then I get stronger, longer lasting cramping in my lower back and tops of thighs. I also get backache, which feels like a usual sore back. Then when AF is around I have on & off strong lower abdo cramps until it eventually petters off.

Lasts from 1-2 weeks prior to AF then once AF is here, she is around for about 4 days.

I don't take any pain relief (I don't like to)