Important Announcements

Nondiscrimination Policy Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

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Dysmenorrhea

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Dysmenorrhea, or menstrual cramps (period cramps), are pain and cramping in the lower abdomen just before and/or during menstruation (period). If cramping is very severe, there could be underlying issues like uterine fibroids (non-cancerous growths) or endometriosis (when tissue from the inside of the uterus implants outside the uterus).

Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

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Pediatrics - Menstrual Disorders Clinic

The Menstrual Disorders Clinic (MDC) is located in the Adolescent Center and diagnoses and treats a variety of menstrual disorders.
Pediatrics - Menstrual Disorders Clinic