Primary dysmenorrhea is painful menstruation in the absence of pelvic pathology, whereas secondary dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain attributable to an underlying pelvic disease (e.g., endometriosis). Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are …
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 Canadians, yet its financial toxicity remains poorly understood. While universal healthcare covers physician and hospital services, patients face substantial out-of-pocket costs for medications, complementary therapies, …