Abnormal Uterine Bleeding and Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding in Adolescence: Diagnosis, Management and Treatment
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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB) is a common cause for concern among adolescents and their families, as well as a frequent cause of visits to the Emergency Department and/or health care provider. (1) While there are many etiologies of AUB, the one most likely among otherwise healthy adolescents is Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding (DUB).
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