Atrophic Vaginitis Flashcards
1
Q
Atrophic vaginitis
A
mucosa thins because low levels of oestrogen resulting in inflammation
2
Q
when does it commonly occur
A
post-menopause
3
Q
signs
A
itchy, dryness
dyspareunia
spotting (especially after sex)
discharge due to inflammation
4
Q
investigations
A
examination
5
Q
what are some differential diagnoses
A
endometrial cancer
infection
6
Q
management
A
vaginal lubricants, creams
oestrogen creams
7
Q
what signs can point more to atrophic vaginitis than endometrial cancer
A
bleeding after sex/friction
history of smoking
