The woman's doctor can help her manage most symptoms. However, she should go to a hospital's emergency department if any of the following problems occur:
- She faints.
- She experiences repeated dizziness when standing up.
- A sudden, intense pelvic pain causes her to double over.
- Tissue is passed in the menstrual flow. Tissue often appears silvery or grayish.
- She is pregnant and has severe menstrual-type pain.