Ms. Andretti came to the clinic today complaining of severe menstrual pain and cramping. Which of the following medical terms best describes her complaint?

Option A
Menostasis

Option B
Vaginodynia

Option C
Dysmenorrhea

Option D
Cervicitis

1 answer

The medical term that best describes Ms. Andretti's complaint of severe menstrual pain and cramping is Option C: Dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea specifically refers to pain associated with menstruation.

  • Menostasis refers to the cessation of menstruation.
  • Vaginodynia refers to pain in the vagina.
  • Cervicitis refers to inflammation of the cervix.

Therefore, the correct answer is C: Dysmenorrhea.