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atrophic vaginitis Flashcards

1
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what

A

dryness and atrophy of vaginal mucosa due to lack of oestrogen

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what happens to mucosa

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thinner, less elastic
more sry
prone to inflammation

changes in pH and flora

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3
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features

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itching
dryness
dyspareunia
bleeding

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4
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also consider atrophic vaginitis in older women presenting with…

A

recurrent UTI
stress incontinence
POP

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5
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OE

A 
pale mucosa
think skin 
reduced skin folds
erythema
sparse pubic hair
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Mx

A

vaginal lubricants

topical oestrogen - cream, pessary, ring

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