Pediatric clinics of North America

Abnormal uterine bleeding is common in adolescents and is thought to affect 9% to 14% of women in their reproductive years. Certain unique aspects of underlying inherited or acquired blood disorders exacerbate the "expected" hormonal imbala…

Dysmenorrhea and pelvic pain are common complaints in the adolescent population. Although most cases are primary dysmenorrhea and easily treated with NSAIDs or OCPs, pathologic causes should be considered, especially in cases not responding…