Menstruation: Severe Cramps (Dysmenorrhea) |
DescriptionAn in-depth report on the causes, treatment, and prevention of menstrual cramps. |
Alternative NamesCramps (Menstrual); Endometrial Ablation; Menstrual Disorders |
PrognosisAn estimated 10% to 15% of all women in their reproductive years have chronic gynecologic problems. Nearly 30% of women reporting such problems spend one or more days in bed per year because of them. In fact, dysmenorrhea is the primary cause of short-term absences in school age girls. In adult women, who have not received treatment, it is an important cause of reduced work productivity. |
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