{"paper_id":"f6479ef4-0d2b-4839-9b27-0621cfd28204","body_text":"Abstract\nThis chapter looks at the common causes of pelvic pain and endometriosis and the care that can be given for them. It looks at the role of the clinical nurse specialist in endometriosis and as a nurse specialist in gynaecology or in practice. The common gynaecological causes of painful sex and painful periods are highlighted.\nAccess this chapter\nTax calculation will be finalised at checkout\nPurchases are for personal use only\nSimilar content being viewed by others\nReferences\nBMJ Best Practice in Dysmenorrhoea (2018) Accessed 14 Aug 2018\nOladosu F, Frank F, Tu D, Hellman K (2007) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug resistance in dysmenorrhoea: epidemiology, causes and treatment. 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