21. Welcome To UCLA Student Health Services Menstrual Cramps (dysmenorrhea) Handouts http://www.saonet.ucla.edu/health/healthed/HANDOUTS/cramps.htm

22. Dysmenorrhea What is dysmenorrhea? This What are cramps? About 80 percent of the time,cramps are part of the primary dysmenorrhea syndrome. Cramps http://www.coolnurse.com/dysmenorrhea.htm

What is Dysmenorrhea? This condition refers to the pain or discomfort associated with menstruation . Although not a serious medical problem, it is usually meant to describe a woman with menstrual symptoms severe enough to keep her from functioning for a day or two each month. Many teens don't suffer from dysmenorrhea, as their uterus is still growing, and yet they may get it several years after their first period begins. Symptoms may begin one to two days before menses, peak on the first day of flow, and subside during that day or over several days. T he pain is typically described as dull, aching, cramping and often radiates to the lower back. The pain from your period that is severe enough to be given this name by your health care provider is thought to be the result of uterine contractions, caused by prostaglandins (a hormone-like substance, normally found in your body). Prostaglandins are known to stimulate uterine contractions. In addition to pain other symptoms may include, headache, diarrhea, constipation, and urinary frequency and fainting.

23. MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Dysmenorrhea In The Adolescent dysmenorrhea in the adolescent. Definition Return to top dysmenorrhea is definedas painful menses. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001194.htm

Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Dysmenorrhea in the adolescent Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Prevention Illustrations Female reproductive anatomy Painful periods (dysmenorrhea) Uterus Normal uterine anatomy (cut section) Alternative names Return to top Periods - painful (adolescent); Adolescent dysmenorrhea; Menstrual pain - adolescent; Painful menstrual periods - adolescent Definition Return to top Dysmenorrhea is defined as painful menses. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Primary dysmenorrhea in adolescents usually begins 2 to 3 years following the onset of menses. It consists of crampy lower abdominal pain that generally begins several hours prior to the onset of a menstrual period, but may begin as much as 1 or 2 days in advance. The pain lasts 1 or more days into the period and then subsides. Pain may be mild to severe, and may be associated with nausea and vomiting and changes in bowel habits (either constipation or diarrhea ). Primary dysmenorrhea is caused by prostaglandin-induced uterine contractions.

24. Dysmenorrhea dysmenorrhea, or painful menstruation, is classified as either primaryor secondary. Primary dysmenorrhea Beverages 10. Salads. dysmenorrhea. http://www.healthwell.com/healthnotes/Concern/Dysmenorrhea.cfm

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25. Dysmenorrhea - Medicinal Herbs Online Amenorrhea. Scanty flow is known as Oligomenorrhea. Painful menstruationis dysmenorrhea. Excessive loss of blood is termed Menorrhagia. http://www.egregore.com/diseases/dysmenorrhea.html

Herbal Glossary Medicinal Glossary Herbal Preparations Menstrual Problems Contents: Definition Symptoms Treatment Nutrients ... Bibliography Definition Absence of flow when normally expected is called Amenorrhea Scanty flow is known as Oligomenorrhea Painful menstruation is Dysmenorrhea Excessive loss of blood is termed Menorrhagia Loss of blood during intermenstrual periods (between periods) is known as spotting or Metrorrhagia In all the above cases, the gynocologist should make the diagnosis and prescribe treatment, rule out causes, complications, etc. Back to Top Symptoms In addition to the previously mentioned in the definitions, symptoms may include: depression , cramps, water retention, skin eruptions, headaches , bloated abdomen, backache, cramps, breast swelling and tenderness, insomnia , fatigue, nervousness, (See also PMS ) joint pain, fainting spells, and changes in personality (such as outbursts of anger, violence, and thoughts of suicide). Menstrual pain in young girls is often severe and relatively long-lasting. Especially at the onset of the menstrual period, the pain usually is experienced as severe. Ideally a gynecologist should be seen at the outset of menstrual periods to determine if everything is normal. If normal, the aches and pains can be eased or cured by a cup of chamomile tea, drunk very warm, or with peppermint tea or even caraway tea. These herbs contain essential oils with antispasmodic effects. Rotate the three teas, if preferred. Prepare the tea: pour 8 oz.

26. Disease Category Listing (57): Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods) CenterWatch Listing of Clinical Research Trials for dysmenorrhea (PainfulPeriods). Clinical Trials dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods). Arizona. http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat57.html

Clinical Trials: Dysmenorrhea (Painful Periods) Arizona Phoenix; Phoenix Center for Clinical Research (PCCR) Are you or a loved one interested in participating in a clinical trial for Dysmenorrhea? California Irvine; Protocare Trials Irvine Center for Clinical Research (ICCR) Are you or a loved one interested in participating in a clinical trial for Dysmennorhea? Colorado Denver; Downtown Women's Healthcare A clinical research study for the treatment of dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual periods). Florida Clearwater; Clinical Research of West Florida A clinical research study to evaluate the effect of an investigational medication dysmenorrhea when compared to a marketed medication. Georgia Atlanta; Radiant Research - Atlanta Female volunteers are needed to participate in a clinical research study evaluating an investigational medication in treating painful menstrual cramps or what is medically known as dysmenorrhea. Illinois Chicago; Protocare Trials Chicago Center for Clinical Research (CCCR) Are you or a loved one interested in participating in a clinical trial for Dysmenorrhea? Nevada Las Vegas; Protocare Trials Las Vegas Center for Clinical Research (LVCCR)

27. Dysmenorrhea dysmenorrhea, or painful menstruation, is classified as either primaryor secondary. Primary dysmenorrhea generally dysmenorrhea. http://www.gnc.com/health_notes/Concern/Dysmenorrhea.htm

Dysmenorrhea Also indexed as: Menstrual Cramps, Painful Menstruation Introduction Checklist Symptoms Treatments ... References Dysmenorrhea, or painful menstruation, is classified as either primary or secondary. Primary dysmenorrhea generally occurs within a couple of years of the first menstrual period. The pain tends to decrease with age and very often resolves after childbirth. Secondary dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain caused by another condition, commonly endometriosis . It starts later in life and tends to increase in intensity over time. As many as half of menstruating women are affected by dysmenorrhea, and of these, about 10% have severe dysmenorrhea, which greatly limits activities for one to three days each month. Checklist for Dysmenorrhea Rating Nutritional Supplements Herbs Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B3 (niacin) (plus vitamin C and rutin Vitamin E Calcium Fish oil (EPA/ DHA Magnesium Progesterone (topical cream) Vitamin B1 Black cohosh Blue cohosh Corydalis Cramp bark Dong quai False unicorn Peony Vervain ... Vitex See also: Homeopathic Remedies for Dysmenorrhea Reliable and relatively consistent scientific data showing a substantial health benefit.

28. Dysmenorrhea Edited by James Eckman, MD and Allan Platt, PAC. dysmenorrhea by Hiba Tamim, MD. Secondarydysmenorrhea must be excluded. Clinical Findings. Subjective Data. http://www.emory.edu/PEDS/SICKLE/dysmen.htm

Sickle Cell Information Center Guidelines Edited by James Eckman, M.D. and Allan Platt, PA-C Dysmenorrhea by Hiba Tamim, MD Pain before and during the menstrual period is common in sickle cell patients. This can be problematic in that patients often confuse this pain with sickle pain episodes and may expect relief with narcotic analgesics. Young patients and those approaching menopause may also have pain episodes that appear to be precipitated by menstruation or the premenstrual syndrome. Secondary dysmenorrhea must be excluded. Clinical Findings Subjective Data Present Illness . Define the pain, relationship to menstrual period, associated breast enlargement and tenderness, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. Determine sexual activity, presence of discharge, dyspareunia, or pain on defecation. Past Medical History Determine onset of menstruation, menstrual irregularity, previous pregnancies, exposure to venereal disease, and past venereal infections. Objective Data Physical Examination Vital Signs. Temperature. Abdomen. Abdominal tenderness, CVA tenderness, masses, hepatosplenomegaly.

29. Dysmenorrhea dysmenorrhea up. dysmenorrhea / case studies Related topics dysmenorrhea /case studies. Management of dysmenorrhea in the Adolescent and Young Adult, http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/detail/C0013390L0013390.html

Dysmenorrhea [up] Dysmenorrhea / case studies Related topics: other Menorrhagia Premenstrual Syndrome Painful periods (dysmenorrhoea) This brief patient information leaflet (PIL) on dysmenorrhoea is published here by PRODIGY (Prescribing RatiOnally with Decision-support In General-practice studY), which is based at the Sowerby Centre for Health Informatics, University of Newcastle and funded by the NHS Executive. It explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of primary dysmenorrhoea (period pain not due to an underlying disease), and how this differs from secondary dysmenorrhoea (period pain due to an underlying cause). Dysmenorrhea Patient Education Handout [Publication Type] Period pains : a self-help guide This leaflet explains the causes of period pain or dysmenorrhoea, and what can be done to prevent it in the short and long term. Aimed at women and produced by the Health Education Board for Scotland (HEBS). Dysmenorrhea Patient Education Handout [Publication Type] Dysmenorrhea / case studies Management of Dysmenorrhea in the Adolescent and Young Adult One of a series of peer-reviewed continuing medical education lessons, aimed at physicians and provided by the Virtual Lecture Hall. The Virtual Lecture Hall provides accredited CME programs that meet the independent content development standards of the ACCME (Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education). The lesson in Management of Dysmenorrhea in the Adolescent and Young Adult uses 3 cases with interactive question and answer sessions. The content is based on the Technical Bulletins of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, textbooks of Adolescent Medicine, Pediatrics and Adolescent Gynecology, and other recent material. The lesson is free, but physicians can choose to pay to submit answers for CME credits. Released in May 1998, and reviewed last in April 1998. This course is sponsored by the University of Arizona College of Medicine, and written by Dr. George D. Comerci.

30. Exercise: Dysmenorrhea Exercise exercise dysmenorrhea exercise. dysmenorrhea exercise. do the followingexercises above 2 to 3 times a day several days before period http://www.ibismedical.com/dysmenor.html

exercise: dysmenorrhea exercise Using IBIS Therapeutics Materia Medica User Notebook ... Professional Resources Inc. dysmenorrhea exercise do the following exercises above 2 to 3 times a day several days before period: 1. lie face up with legs and knees bent; perform abdominal breathing about 10 times feeling abdomen slowly inflate then slowly fall 2. stand holding back of chair; lift one heel off the floor, then the other; repeat 20 times 3. stand holding back of chair then do 5 deep knee bends 4. while lying on back lift and bring knees to touch chin, 10 times IBIS Medical Software: Clinical Resources for the Healthcare Professional. Integrative Medical Arts Group,Inc. PO Box 671 Beaverton, OR 97075 USA fax: (503) 643-4633 Using IBIS Therapeutics Materia Medica User Notebook ... Professional Resources IBIS - Dysmenor page Email: IBIS@IBISmedical.com IBIS: Integrative BodyMind Information System is a trademark of Integrative Medical Arts Group, Inc.

31. Dysmenorrhea - Institute For Endoscopic Gynaecology, Progressive Endoscopy, Gasl dysmenorrhea Institute for Endoscopic Gynaecology, specialized in progressiveendoscopy, gasless Laparoscopy, Endometriosis, Hysterectomy and Cysts. http://www.endogyn.com/dysmenorrhea/

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32. Gynecology - Dysmenorrhea - Methodist Health Care System, Houston, Texas dysmenorrhea What is dysmenorrhea? What causes dysmenorrhea? The cause of dysmenorrheadepends on whether the condition is primary or secondary. http://www.methodisthealth.com/WomensHealth/gynedysm.htm

Women's Health Home Page La Salud Ginecológica (en español) La Salud de Las Mujeres (en español) Clinical Services The Methodist Hospital Methodist Diagnostic Hospital San Jacinto Methodist Hospital ... Uterine Fibroids Menstrual Conditions The Menstrual Cycle Premenstrual Syndrome -Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Amenorrhea ... Newsletters. Dysmenorrhea What is dysmenorrhea? Dysmenorrhea is a menstrual condition characterized by severe and frequent menstrual cramps and pain associated with menstruation. Dysmenorrhea may be classified as primary or secondary. primary dysmenorrhea - from the beginning and usually lifelong; severe and frequent menstrual cramping caused by severe and abnormal uterine contractions. secondary dysmenorrhea - due to some physical cause and usually of later onset; painful menstrual periods caused by an another medical condition present in the body (i.e., pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis). What causes dysmenorrhea?

33. Dysmenorrhea, Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center conditions and diagnoses. dysmenorrhea. What is dysmenorrhea? dysmenorrhea menstruation.dysmenorrhea may be classified as primary or secondary. http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/Health_Topics/Your_Childs_Health/Teen_Health/

Your Child's Health Teen Health Overview Anatomy ... Bulimia Nervosa Dysmenorrhea Infectious Mononucleosis (Mono) Obesity Recognizing Gynecologic Problems Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) ... Wellness Conditions and Diagnoses Dysmenorrhea What is dysmenorrhea? Dysmenorrhea is a menstrual condition characterized by severe and frequent menstrual cramps and pain associated with menstruation. Dysmenorrhea may be classified as primary or secondary. primary dysmenorrhea - from the beginning and usually lifelong; severe and frequent menstrual cramping caused by severe and abnormal uterine contractions. secondary dysmenorrhea - due to some physical cause and usually of later onset; painful menstrual periods caused by another medical condition present in the body (i.e., pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis). What causes dysmenorrhea? The cause of dysmenorrhea depends on whether the condition is primary or secondary. In general, females with primary dysmenorrhea experience abnormal uterine contractions as a result of a chemical imbalance in the body (particularly prostaglandin and arachidonic acid - both chemicals which control the contractions of the uterus). Secondary dysmenorrhea is caused by other medical conditions, most often endometriosis (a condition in which tissue that looks and acts like endometrial tissue becomes implanted outside the uterus, usually on other reproductive organs inside the pelvis or in the abdominal cavity - often resulting in internal bleeding, and pelvic pain). Other possible causes of secondary dysmenorrhea include the following:

34. Dysmenorrhea, Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center Conditions and Diagnoses. dysmenorrhea. What is dysmenorrhea? dysmenorrhea menstruation.dysmenorrhea may be classified as primary or secondary. http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/info/teen/diagnose/dysmenorrhea.htm

Your Child's Health Teen Health Overview Anatomy ... Bulimia Nervosa Dysmenorrhea Infectious Mononucleosis (Mono) Obesity Recognizing Gynecologic Problems Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) ... Wellness Conditions and Diagnoses Dysmenorrhea What is dysmenorrhea? Dysmenorrhea is a menstrual condition characterized by severe and frequent menstrual cramps and pain associated with menstruation. Dysmenorrhea may be classified as primary or secondary. primary dysmenorrhea - from the beginning and usually lifelong; severe and frequent menstrual cramping caused by severe and abnormal uterine contractions. secondary dysmenorrhea - due to some physical cause and usually of later onset; painful menstrual periods caused by another medical condition present in the body (i.e., pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis). What causes dysmenorrhea? The cause of dysmenorrhea depends on whether the condition is primary or secondary. In general, females with primary dysmenorrhea experience abnormal uterine contractions as a result of a chemical imbalance in the body (particularly prostaglandin and arachidonic acid - both chemicals which control the contractions of the uterus). Secondary dysmenorrhea is caused by other medical conditions, most often endometriosis (a condition in which tissue that looks and acts like endometrial tissue becomes implanted outside the uterus, usually on other reproductive organs inside the pelvis or in the abdominal cavity - often resulting in internal bleeding, and pelvic pain). Other possible causes of secondary dysmenorrhea include the following:

35. Medem: Medical Library: Dysmenorrhea Medical Library. Printerfriendly format. dysmenorrhea. When the painis this severe, it is called dysmenorrhea. dysmenorrhea is common. http://www.medem.com/MedLB/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZH7MGV77C&sub_cat=3

36. Dysmenorrhea Understand Diseases dysmenorrhea. There are two kinds of menstrual cramps primary dysmenorrhea and secondary dysmenorrhea. Primary dysmenorrhea. http://www.msd.com.hk/health_info/disease_information/pain/e_extra_dysmenorrhea.

Understand Diseases Related Topics Arthritis Osteoarthritis Dysmenorrhea Menstrual cramps are caused by the contraction of the uterus. The flow itself is also part of the problem. Heavy flow or clots in the menstruation have to squeeze out through the small opening of the cervix. This stretching is believed to cause pain as well There are two kinds of menstrual cramps : primary dysmenorrhea and secondary dysmenorrhea Primary Dysmenorrhea Menstrual cramps start a day or so before actual menses. They are felt in the lower or middle abdomen. They can radiate (spread) to the hips, thighs, and back. The severity of cramps varies widely from woman to woman and even between the same woman's periods. Gasto-intestinal symptoms are also common with severe cramps: nausea, vomitting, and diarrhea. Spasms of the leg and abdominal muscles occur with severe cramps. Secondary Dysmenorrhea Secondary dysmenorrhea is when cramps are due to an actual disease, such as endometriosis. Secondary is more likely when the problem starts after the age of 25, or when there are other symptoms. The only way to know is to be looked at by a doctor.

37. AYC: Dysmenorrhea dysmenorrhea Basic Information. dysmenorrhea is uterine cramping thatusually begins with ovulatory menstrual periods. Primary dysmenorrhea http://alwaysyourchoice.com/ayc/adult/community/dysmenorrhea.php

Adult Medicine General Health Men's Health Women's Health ... Information Dysmenorrhea Basic Information Dysmenorrhea is uterine cramping that usually begins with ovulatory menstrual periods. Primary dysmenorrhea, or functional dysmenorrhea, is very common experienced by most women. In fact it has been estimated to be the most common medical problem experienced by women under the age of twenty-five and the major cause of time lost at work or at school for women in this same age group. Secondary dysmenorrhea is acquired by some demonstrable organic pathology and is much rarer. Primary dysmenorrhea is thought to result from a high level of prostaglandin production in some women. (This is a substance that the uterus produces.) It occurs only during ovulatory cycles. In women with secondary dysmenorrhea the cause is thought to be endometriosis, adenomyosis, or occasionally IUD use or outflow tract obstruction. Sometimes the symptoms of primary dysmenorrhea disappear or resolve on their own and can vary in intensity from period to period. Sometimes the pain or discomfort decreases with advancing age and in some women symptoms decrease after childbirth while in others they do not.

38. Dysmenorrhea dysmenorrhea. dysmenorrhea (dis men * re *) is pain associated withmenstruation. Primary dysmenorrhea occurs for no apparent cause. http://www.rush.edu/worldbook/articles/004000a/004000187.html

39. Dysmenorrhea dysmenorrhea (Menstrual Cramps). What is dysmenorrhea? dysmenorrhea(DISmen-o-REE-ah) is the medical term for menstrual cramps. http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/docs/0100/0101.asp?index=4148

40. Contraception Online Slides - Dysmenorrhea, Adolescents, Adolescence, Noncontrac Search Slides. Index of Slide Contents. search dysmenorrhea results 14. 1 2 SlideTitle. Primary dysmenorrhea Incidence. Talk. Adolescents and OCs. Related Terms. http://www.contraceptiononline.org/slides/slide01.cfm?q=dysmenorrhea

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