Women's Health Flashcards
1
Q
Name symptoms of endometriosis
A
Chronic pelvic pain
Dysmenorrhea
Dyspareunia
2
Q
What is the difference between primary and secondary dysmenorrhea?
A
Primary = pain occuring with menses in the absence of pelvic pathology
Secondary = menstrual pain associated with underlying pelvic pathology such as endometriosis.
3
Q
Name pharmacological options for dysmenorrhea (drug classes)
A
NSAIDs
Combined hormonal contraception (continuous)
Ginger (750 to 2000 mg x 3-4 days)
