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Screening for Menstrual Disorders

Authors:
  • Cynthia M. Johnson, MA
Publication Type:

Condition InDepth

Screening for Menstrual Disorders

There are no screening tests for problems with periods. The doctor will ask about periods at regular exams. It will help to find and treat problems right away.

References

  • Abnormal uterine bleeding. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/approach-to/abnormal-uterine-bleeding. Updated October 10, 2019. Accessed November 14, 2019.
  • Amenorrhea. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/amenorrhea. Updated January 16, 2018. Accessed November 14, 2019.
  • Bleeding Disorders in Women. US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/blooddisorders/women/index.html. Updated April 25, 2018. Accessed November 14, 2019.
  • Klein DA, Poth MA. Amenorrhea: an approach to diagnosis and management. Am Fam Physician. 2013 Jun 1;87(11):781-788.

Contributors

  • Elliot M. Levine, MD, FACOG
Last Updated:
2019-09-01

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