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What is the definition of primary dysmenorrhea?
What is the definition of primary dysmenorrhea?
- Recurrent lower abdominal pain before or during menstruation without pathologic findings (correct)
- Severe pain during menstruation with known pathologic findings
- Pain and cramping during menstruation that is not recurrent
- Lower abdominal pain during menstruation with known pathologic findings
What is the etiology of primary dysmenorrhea?
What is the etiology of primary dysmenorrhea?
- It is associated with ovulatory cycles (correct)
- It is caused by infection in the reproductive system
- It is a result of hormonal imbalance
- It is due to abnormal uterine structure
How is primary dysmenorrhea diagnosed?
How is primary dysmenorrhea diagnosed?
- Through imaging tests only
- Based on the presence of pathologic findings
- By ruling out conditions causing secondary dysmenorrhea (correct)
- By the severity of the pain during menstruation
What are the clinical features of primary dysmenorrhea?
What are the clinical features of primary dysmenorrhea?
What is one of the treatment options for primary dysmenorrhea?
What is one of the treatment options for primary dysmenorrhea?
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