A patient visits her gynecologist complaining of a crampy, aching pain associated with her period.You would expect which of the following diagnoses in her medical record?

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Dysmenorrhea refers to painful menstrual cramps, which is the most likely diagnosis for a patient experiencing a crampy, aching pain associated with her period. Menodynia refers specifically to pain during menstruation, while dyspareunia refers to pain during intercourse. Menorrhalgia is a nonspecific term referring to menstrual pain, and cryomenorrhea refers to painful periods exacerbated by exposure to cold.

A Patient Visits Her Gynecologist Complaining of a Crampy, Aching