Primary dysmenorrhea is defined as pain during the menstrual cycle in the absence of an
identifiable cause. It is one of the most common causes of pelvic pain in women …

Primary Dysmenorrhea | AAFP Advertisement search close brand logo ANDREW S. COCO,
MD Am Fam Physician. 1999;60(2):489-496 A more recent article on dysmenorrhea is …

Primary dysmenorrhea is painful menstrual cramps without any evident pathology to account
for them, and it occurs in up to 50% of menstruating females and causes significant …

Dysmenorrhea is the most common gynecologic condition among the female population and
has a significant impact on life course potential. It has a widespread impact on a female's …

Findings from the history and physical examination typically reveal the cause of
dysmenorrhea. Abnormal uterine bleeding, dyspareunia, noncyclic pain, changes in …

Objective This guideline reviews the investigation and treatment of primary dysmenorrhea.
Intended Users Health care providers. Target Population Women and adolescents …

Primary dysmenorrhea is commonly a straightforward diagnosis that can be made
accurately with an attentive history. In young women who have classic symptoms and no …

Many women are familiar with the experience of dysmenorrhea, which can contribute to
significant physical and emotional distress and life disruption. However, women may not …

Methods: Members of this consensus group were selected based on individual expertise to
represent a range of practical and academic experience both in terms of location in Canada …

Dysmenorrhea is common and usually independent of, rather than secondary to, pelvic
pathology. Dysmenorrhea occurs in 50% to 90% of adolescent girls and women of …