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By Mayo Clinic staffIf the discomfort from mittelschmerz lasts more than a few minutes, try some home remedies to gain relief. Because heat increases blood flow, relaxes tense muscles and eases cramping, you might want to try:
- Soaking in a hot bath
- Using a heating pad on the side of your abdomen where the pain occurs
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