dysmenorrhoea

definition

causes

risk factors

nursing management/ care plan

the menstrual flow and lasts up to 3 days

primary dysmenorrhoea- causes are not

colickly abdominal pain that starts with

secondary dysmenorrhoea- there is pelvic pathologies or abnormalities

but are associated with uterine contractions and

vasospasms

are not known

you have heavy bleeding during periods

you've never given birth

started puberty early

family history of dysmenorrhoea

yonger than age 30

exercise can be helpful

administer ibuprofen as prescribed

apply heat to lower abdomen

help patient to relax

signs and symptoms

pain on the lower abdomen

cramps

nursing assessments and common findings

menstrual history

pain

personal data