History taking -- Primary Amenorrhoea.

Introduction: Good morning Miss Tracy, I am Dr. Munagapati Senior house officer in the department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. I would like to have a little chat with you regarding your periods. Is that all right with you?

What is your age? Have you ever had periods?
Do you have any sisters? When did she start her periods?
When did you mother have her first period?
Have you developed axillary hair? When? Breast development?
Do you get lower tummy pain?
Is there any chance, that you could be pregnant? Do you use any contraceptives?

DD: Often familial, Turner's syndrome or testicular feminization syndrome.

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