Which of the Following Are Characteristics of Primary Dysmenorrhea, as Opposed

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are characteristics of primary dysmenorrhea, as opposed to secondary dysmenorrhea? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Onset of 3 years after menarche
• B) Pain that follows a predictable pattern, always occurring at the start of menstruation
• C) Pain that is always worst on the first day of menstruation
• D) Typically caused by endometriosis
• E) Often accompanied by abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding

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