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Endometriosis — USMLE Step 3 MCQ

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ModerateOB/GYN (prenatal care, contraception, screening)EndometriosisUSMLE Step 3

A 29-year-old woman has chronic pelvic pain, deep dyspareunia, and dysmenorrhea that begins before menses. Pelvic examination shows uterosacral tenderness. Pregnancy test and STI testing are negative. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: EEndometriosis

Cyclic pelvic pain, dyspareunia, and uterosacral tenderness are typical of endometriosis.

Reference: ACOG Endometriosis Practice Bulletin