How common is it?
While not everyone with ovaries experiences Mittelschmerz, it’s actually quite common. This condition is estimated to affect between 20% and 30% of people with ovaries. So, if you talk with your friends or family members who menstruate, it is likely that some of them have experienced Mittelschmerz.
However, not everyone who experiences Mittelschmerz suffer from it in every cycle. Most people just experience it occasionally. Learning more about common menstrual cycle symptoms is always helpful to have a better grasp on what might be happening inside our own bodies!
