Obstetrics and Gynecology/Dysmenorrhea
< Obstetrics and GynecologyDysmenorrhoea is menstrual pain in the abdomen, inner thighs, lower back or pelvis.
Differential Diagnosis
Endometrial disorders
- Endometriosis
- Endometrial Polyps
- Adenomyosis
Other causes
- Ovarian cysts
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Submucosal Fibroids
- Pelvic Congestion Syndrome
Diagnosis
The diagnosis of amenorrhoea is made using the following clinical skills:
- Gynecological History Taking
- Gynecological Examination
- Gynecological Investigations
References
O'Connor, J. Pathology 2nd ed. Mosby. Edinburgh. 2002.
McCarthy, A & Hunter, B (2003) Master Medicine: Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunder
www.gpnotebook.co.uk
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