Dysmenorrhea, is the Diagnosis Neglected?

Dysmenorrhea is one of the most prevalent gynecological problems among women, affecting mainly adolescents. The general practitioner is usually the health professional first to have contact with this patient, therefore, should know these symptoms, since its prevalence is high and the diagnosis often overlooked. The knowledge and the correct diagnosis and lead to appropriate therapy with significant relief of symptoms. Other differential diagnoses should be investigated and behavioral and pharmacological guidelines are important in disease control monitoring, since the relief of symptoms improve the quality of life of patients.