Levonorgestrel-releasing IUD versus copper IUD in control of dysmenorrhea, satisfaction and quality of life in women using IUD.

Background: The levonorgestrel-releasing IUD can help the treatment of dysmenorrhea by reducing the synthesis of endometrial prostaglandins as a conventional treatment.

Objective: This study was performed to assess the frequency of dysmenorrhea, satisfaction and quality of life in women using Mirena IUDs as compared to those using copper IUDs.

Materials And Methods: This double-blind randomized clinical trial was performed between 2006 and 2007 on 160 women aged between 20 to 35 years who attended Shahid Ayat Health Center of Tehran, and they were clients using IUDs for contraception.

Frequency of asthma as the cause of dyspnea in pregnancy.

Objective: To estimate the prevalence of asthma among pregnant women with dyspnea.

Methods: Pregnant women referred for prenatal care visits who had complaints of dyspnea were included. All pregnant women were evaluated by a respiratory specialist.

Effects of a psychological intervention on depression in infertile couples.

Objective: To determine factors affecting depression in infertile couples and the impact of a psychological intervention before or during infertility treatment.

Methods: In a cross-sectional study with 638 infertile couples assessed for depression, 140 couples with a member who had a Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) score of 17 or higher were randomized to receive psychological treatment either before or during infertility treatment. Logistic regression was performed to eliminate confounding factors.