Dysmenorrhoea and Medical Cannabis
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Overview
Dysmenorrhoea, characterised by painful cramping in the lower abdomen or back during menstruation, affects 88% of menstruating Australians aged 16-291. Despite being the most common gynaecological condition in menstruating years, it is often inadequately treated, leaving many with diminished quality of life.
This module examines the potential of medical cannabis as a therapeutic option for dysmenorrhoea, offering symptom relief with potentially fewer side effects than conventional treatments.
Preview this module by watching the video above.
Estimated Duration: 1 hour
Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this module, you’ll be able to:
- Explain the pathophysiology, symptomatology and effects of primary dysmenorrhoea
- Identify conventional interventions for primary dysmenorrhoea and describe their potential strengths and drawbacks
- Discuss medical cannabis' mechanisms of action and therapeutic potential for treating symptoms of primary dysmenorrhoea (e.g. pain, low mood, anxiety, sleep problems, and nausea and vomiting)
- Identify considerations and risks for selecting medical cannabis products to treat primary dysmenorrhoea
References
¹ Subasinghe, Asvini K., et al. “Prevalence and Severity of Dysmenorrhoea, and Management Options Reported by Young Australian Women.” Australian Family Physician, vol. 45, no. 11, Nov. 2016, pp. 829–34, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27806454/. Accessed 26 June 2024.
Overview
Dysmenorrhoea, characterised by painful cramping in the lower abdomen or back during menstruation, affects 88% of menstruating Australians aged 16-291. Despite being the most common gynaecological condition in menstruating years, it is often inadequately treated, leaving many with diminished quality of life.
This module examines the potential of medical cannabis as a therapeutic option for dysmenorrhoea, offering symptom relief with potentially fewer side effects than conventional treatments.
Preview this module by watching the video above.
Estimated Duration: 1 hour
Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this module, you’ll be able to:
- Explain the pathophysiology, symptomatology and effects of primary dysmenorrhoea
- Identify conventional interventions for primary dysmenorrhoea and describe their potential strengths and drawbacks
- Discuss medical cannabis' mechanisms of action and therapeutic potential for treating symptoms of primary dysmenorrhoea (e.g. pain, low mood, anxiety, sleep problems, and nausea and vomiting)
- Identify considerations and risks for selecting medical cannabis products to treat primary dysmenorrhoea
References
¹ Subasinghe, Asvini K., et al. “Prevalence and Severity of Dysmenorrhoea, and Management Options Reported by Young Australian Women.” Australian Family Physician, vol. 45, no. 11, Nov. 2016, pp. 829–34, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27806454/. Accessed 26 June 2024.