Dysmenorrhea or painful menstruation affects 25% of women and up to 90% of adolescents.  The pain can be extreme to the point of incapacitating, resulting in work absenteeism and school absence.   The pain can take different forms: sharp, throbbing, dull, nauseating, burning or shooting. It may also be accompanied by other symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, headache, dizziness, disorientation, excessive sensitivity to light, smell or sound and fatigue, It may occur prior to and/or during the menstruation.  

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorder.  
Between 5 to 10% of women in their childbearing age, generally from 12 to 45 years old.  It is also considered one of the leading causes of infertility..  In addition, it can affect a woman's menstrual cycle, hormones, heart, blood vessels, anxiety or depression, sleep, appearance (acne, hair growth) and weight.