Dysmenorrhea Flashcards
1
Q
Dysmenorrhea is ___. It is a common complaint during menstruation and presents as ____.
A
a painful period
crampy lower abdominal pain.
2
Q
nonpharmacological Tx
A
at home , with heat to the abdomen. Exercise and sexual activity also seem to decrease symptoms
3
Q
The best initial treatment is
A
NSAIDs.
4
Q
a good choice in women
with dysmenorrhea who also want to avoid pregnancy:
A
Hormonal contraception
