Dysmenorrhea Classification and Characteristics
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What is the classification of cyclic pain occurring with menstruation?

  • Tertiary Dysmenorrhea
  • Quaternary Dysmenorrhea
  • Primary Dysmenorrhea (correct)
  • Secondary Dysmenorrhea
  • Which pain characteristics often accompany cramping pain in primary dysmenorrhea?

  • Joint pain
  • Low blood pressure
  • Chest pain
  • Nausea & vomiting (correct)
  • What is the pathophysiological mechanism behind primary dysmenorrhea?

  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Endometrial hyperplasia
  • Ovarian cyst formation
  • Prostaglandin stimulation of myometrial contractions (correct)
  • Which treatment option is recommended for primary dysmenorrhea to inhibit ovulation?

    <p>Oral contraceptive pills (OCPs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition complicates other pelvic pathology and is a type of dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Endometriosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dysmenorrhea is characterized by no identifiable pathology and starts shortly after menarche?

    <p>Primary dysmenorrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary pathophysiological mechanism behind primary dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Release of prostaglandins causing uterine ischemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pelvic pathology can complicate and cause secondary dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Endometriosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first-line treatment option recommended for primary dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Reassurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pain often accompanies cramping pain in primary dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Low backache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism responsible for the cramping pain in primary dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Release of prostaglandins causing uterine ischemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pelvic pathology can complicate and cause secondary dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Endometriosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first-line pharmacological treatment recommended for primary dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Anti-prostaglandins (NSAIDs) e.g., Ibuprofen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by cyclic pain occurring with menstruation and has no identifiable pathology?

    <p>Primary Dysmenorrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary pathophysiological mechanism behind primary dysmenorrhea?

    <p>Release of prostaglandins from endometrial cells with menstruation causing uterine ischemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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