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Dysmenorrhoea

Management of painful periods.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Women's Health

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Dysmenorrhoea
National
Dysmenorrhoea | Health topics A to Z | CKS | NICE
National
Green-top Guideline No. 41: The Initial Management of Chronic Pelvic Pain
National
Scenario: Primary dysmenorrhoea | Management | Dysmenorrhoea | CKS | NICE
National
ACOG Committee Opinion No. 760: Dysmenorrhea and Endometriosis in the Adolescent
Local
Guideline No. 345: Primary Dysmenorrhea
Local
No. 345-Primary Dysmenorrhea Consensus Guideline
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What are the recommended first-line treatments for managing dysmenorrhoea in primary care?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • How can I differentiate between primary and secondary dysmenorrhoea during a patient consultation?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What criteria should I use to decide when to refer a patient with dysmenorrhoea for further investigation?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What lifestyle modifications or non-pharmacological treatments are effective for patients with dysmenorrhoea?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • How should I approach the management of dysmenorrhoea in adolescents compared to adult patients?Updated: 8/16/2025
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