Benign/Malignant conditions of the vulva/vagina Flashcards
1
Q
What is Vulvar vestibulitis?
A
One or more minor vestibular glands becomes infected
Very painful!
2
Q
What is the most common benign solid tumor of the vulva?
A
Fibromas- slow growing, can become gigantic
3
Q
What is the most common vulvovaginal tumor and what must be done in women 40+?
A
Bartholian’s cyst
Need to biopsy in women 40+ to rule out Bartholins carcinoma
4
Q
What are the most common vulvar neoplasms and demographic?
A
Squamous cell carcinomas
Postmenopausal women
5
Q
What is the most common cause of vaginitis?
A
Gardnerella vaginalis
Fishy odor, clue cells, tx with metronidazole
6
Q
What cause of vaginitis is sexually transmitted? Presentation?
A
Trichomonis vaginalis
Strawberry cervix, green-yellow frothy discharge
