Lower abdominal pain as a problem in child gynecology

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Lower abdominal pain as a problem in child gynecology G. Jarząbek-Bielecka1, M. Mizgier2, M. Chuchracki3, M. Pisarska-Krawczyk3, E. Jakubek4, W. Kędzia5 1Unit of Developmental Age. Division of Gynecology, Department of Perinatology and Gynecology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences 2Department of Morphological and Health Sciences, Dietetic Division, Faculty of Physical Culture in Gorzów Wlkp., Poznan University of Physical Education 3The President Stanisław Wojciechowski Vocational State School in Kalisz, Kalisz 4Department of Law, Organization and Management in Healthcare, Faculty of Health Sciences, Poznan University of Medical Sciences 5Department of Perinatology and Gynecology, Poznan University of Medical Sciences (Poland) Summary Lower abdominal pain in a girl is a common problem in gynecology of the developmental age (10-20%). It corresponds to the criteria of the concept of “chronic pelvic pain” (CPP), which is defined in accordance with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) as chronic, non-cyclical pain in the area of the lower abdomen, unrelated to the menstrual cycle, lasting at least three months, or cyclic pain lasting for six months. The overriding aim of treatment of CPP in girls and young women is to alleviate existing pain, prevent recurrence of chronic symptoms, ensure future reproductive functions, and restore proper functioning and improve quality of life. Key words: Gynecology; Girls; Chronic pelvic pain.