Obstetrics and Gynecology/Dysmenorrhea

Dysmenorrhoea 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