7 - Menopause + PMS Flashcards
1
Q
Percentage of women with premature menopause
A
One %
2
Q
Age cut-off and premature menopause
A
<40
3
Q
Biochemical changes of menopause
A
Increased LH and FSH
Decrease inhibin
Decrease oestradiol
4
Q
Symptoms of menopause
A
Hot flushes night sweats dry skin and hair arthralgia headaches Urinary frequency dysuria Vaginal atrophy Decreased libido Dyspareunia Mood disturbance Memory loss Insomnia
5
Q
What reduces age of menopause
A
Smoking
Hysterectomy with ovarian conservation
Uterine artery embolisation
