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Putting a Pause on Period Pain: A review on the management approach for primary dysmenorrhea

Putting a Pause on Period Pain: A review on the management approach for primary dysmenorrhea

Family MedicineGeneral PracticeObstetrics And Gynaecology
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Overview

About

Dysmenorrhea or menstrual cramps is a common complaint among most women that can greatly affect their quality of life. Differentiating primary from secondary dysmenorrhea is the vital first step in the management of this condition. Various pharmacologic options are available and can be paired with non-pharmacologic interventions.

This e-learning module aims to differentiate primary from secondary dysmenorrhea, and discuss its common risk factors, pathophysiology, and management approach.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:

  • Differentiate primary from secondary dysmenorrhea
  • Review the management for primary dysmenorrhea

Topics covered

  • Background on dysmenorrhea
  • Primary vs secondary dysmenorrhea
  • Treatment approach for primary dysmenorrhea
    • Pharmacologic
    • Non-pharmacologic

Speaker for this course

Dr Cheung Hoi Ching
MBBS (HK), MRCOG, FHKCOG, FHKAM (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

1 CME Point Available

  • This module is accredited for 1 CME Point for medical practitioners enrolled in The Medical Council of Hong Kong’s Continuing Medical Education Programme for Practising Doctors who are not taking CME for Specialists.
    • This module is accredited for both Hong Kong Doctors Union (HKDU) members and non-members.
  • This module is accredited for 0.25 CME Point for fellows of the Hong Kong College of Physicians, and 0.5 CME Point for fellows of the Hong Kong College of Emergency Medicine and Hong Kong College of Community Medicine.
  • Please note that this module will not earn CME credit for fellows of colleges not listed here.
  • A certificate can be downloaded upon successful completion of the quiz. Please use the information on the certificate to claim your CME points.

Keywords: dysmenorrhea, menstrual cramps, primary dysmenorrhea, secondary dysmenorrhea

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