Menstrual Cramps
Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) are throbbing or cramping pains in the lower abdomen. ... Menstrual cramps may be caused by identifiable problems, such as endometriosis or uterine fibroids. Treating any underlying cause is key to reducing the pain
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This video explains menstrual cramps, also called dysmenorrhea, as throbbing or cramping pains in the lower abdomen. It notes cramps may be caused by identifiable problems such as endometriosis or uterine fibroids.
Key points
- Defines menstrual cramps, or dysmenorrhea, as throbbing or cramping pains in the lower abdomen
- Notes menstrual cramps may be caused by identifiable problems such as endometriosis or uterine fibroids
- Notes treating any underlying cause is presented as key to reducing the pain
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This video presents “Menstrual Cramps” — Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) are throbbing or cramping pains in the lower abdomen. ... Menstrual cramps may be caused by identifiable problems, such as endometriosis or uterine fibroids. Treating any underlying cause is key to reducing. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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