Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Flashcards
1
Q
What are the causes for AUB?
A
PALM COEIN
Structural Polyps Adenomyosis Leiomyoma Malignancy
Functional Coagulopathy Ovulatory disorders Endometrial Iatrogenic Not yet classified
2
Q
What are the features of a normal menstrual cycle?
A
Regularity
3 cycles within last 90 days
<20 days variation in past year
Cycle length
21 to 35 days
Duration
3 to 8 days
Flow
5 to 80 mL
Doesn’t affect QOL, ADL, work etc
Pattern
No premenstrual spotting/ bleeding
3
Q
What is heavy menstrual bleeding?
A
> 80 mL blood loss in a period
Or
Patient reports that is heavy
HMB criteria
Excessive menstrual blood loss that interferes with the woman’s physical, emotional, social and maternal quality of life
