Chapter 12: Diseases and Conditions of the Reproductive System: Signs and Symptoms Flashcards
What is the signs and symptoms of Chlamydia
silent STD; no symptoms; dysuria; vaginal discharge; dyspareunia; thin, watery discharge from penis; swollen scrotum; enlarged inguinal lymph nodes
What is the signs and symptoms of Gonorrhea
purulent discharge; asymptomatic in early years; eyes and throat become systemic
What is the signs and symptoms of Trichomoniasis
asymptomatic; urethritis with dysuria and itching; greenish yellow discharge from vagina; white discharge from penis possibly
What is the signs and symptoms of Genital Herpes
HSV-2; incurable; blistering lesions on genitals; dysuria;
What is the signs and symptoms of Genital Warts (Condylomata Acuminata)
painless warts; may itch or burn
What is the signs and symptoms of Syphilis
local lesions called chancres
What is the signs and symptoms of Chancroid
shallow painless lesions on skin or mucous mebranes; inguinal adenopathy; purulent ulcers
What is the signs and symptoms of Erectile Dysfunction/Impotence
inability of a man to perform sexual intercourse; unable to maintain erection
What is the signs and symptoms of Male and Female Infertility
inability to conceive within one year of unprotected intercourse
What is the signs and symptoms of Epididymitis
scrotal pain and discomfort; pain with ejaculation; enlarged and tender
What is the signs and symptoms of Orchitis
swelling, tenderness, and acute pain in testes
What is the signs and symptoms of Torsion of the Testicle (Testicular Torsion)
sudden, severe pain in one testicle; swollen scrotum
What is the signs and symptoms of Varicocele
uncomfortable not painful in hot weather or after exercise; more common on left side;
What is the signs and symptoms of Prostatitis
pus at tip of penis; asymptomatic or acute; pain and burning during urination; perineal pain; hematuria
What is the signs and symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
urinary retention; weak urine stream; inability to empty bladder; compression of urethra
What is the signs and symptoms of Prostate Cancer
asymptomatic; feeling a knob during digital rectal exam; new onset of erectile dysfunciton
What is the signs and symptoms of Testicular Cancer
nodule or painless swelling of one testicle; dull ache or heavy abdomen sensation
What is the signs and symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome
alter mood, sexual desire, and energy levels; anxiety, anger, sadness, bloating; irritability
What is the signs and symptoms of Amenorrhea
no menses by age 16; only sign is lack of cyclic bleeding
What is the signs and symptoms of Dysmenorrhea
pain or cramping shortly before or after onset of menstrual flow; discomfort in uterine area or pelvis and back
What is the signs and symptoms of Ovarian Cysts
unnoticed; depend on size, cause, development; dysfunction due to relase of hormones
What is the signs and symptoms of Endomentriosis
painful intercourse; painful defecation; infertility; ectopic pregnancy occurs
What is the signs and symptoms of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
low adominal pain; fever, chills, malaise; vaginal discharge; increased WBC and ESR
What is the signs and symptoms of Uterine Leiomyomas (Fibroids)
asymptomatic; pelvic pain, pressure; prolonged periods possibly; depends on size, location, and amount
What is the signs and symptoms of Vaginitis
irritating and painful; vaginal discharge with local itching; soreness of vulva
What is the signs and symptoms of Toxic Shock Syndrome
high fever, headache, sore throat, and rash; hypotension and shock;
What is the signs and symptoms of Menopause
fluctuation in cycle and flow; hot flashes and night sweats; psychological symptoms due to loss of estrogen
What is the signs and symptoms of Uterine Prolapse
no symptoms; may feel increased vaginal or pelvic pressure; may feel it while wiping after urination if that far out;
What is the signs and symptoms of Cystocele
pelvic pressure; bladder symptoms-leaking, urgency; dyspareunia;
What is the signs and symptoms of Rectocele
bearing down feeling; fullness in the vagina; back pain; difficult deficating
What is the signs and symptoms of Cervical Cancer
watery, bloody, or purulent vaginal discharge; bleeding between menstrual periods, after intercourse, or after menopause; pap result shows lesion
What is the signs and symptoms of Vaginal Cancer
vaginal bleeding; malodorous or vaginal discharge; dysuria; plaque on vaginal wall
What is the signs and symptoms of Labial or Vulvar Cancer
nodule or ulcer on the labia majora; pruritic vulva
What is the signs and symptoms of Ovarian Cancer
low abdominal discomfort; bloating, constipation; ascites; digestive disturbances
What is the signs and symptoms of Endometrial Cancer
endometrial hyperplasia and dysplasia; ulcerations of walls; perimenopausal or postmenopausal uterine bleeding
What is the signs and symptoms of Morning Sickness
dark urine if dehydrated; rapid pulse; poor skin turgor; decreased urine output;
What is the signs and symptoms of Hyperemesis Gravidarum
excessive nausea and vomiting; electrolyte inbalance
What is the signs and symptoms of Spontaneous Abortion (Miscarriage)
vaginal bleeding; pelvic cramping; hypovolemia; similar to ectopic
What is the signs and symptoms of Ectopic Pregnancy
pregnancy test positive and pelvic pain; urine test can be negative; serum B-hCG greater than 1500 to 2000 units
What is the signs and symptoms of Premature Labor
contractions she cannot feel; regular and painful; increase in discharge
What is the signs and symptoms of Preeclamsia (Toxemia of Pregnancy) and Eclampsia
weight gain; peripheral swelling or edema; elevated BP; proteinuria; very high BP and proteinuria severe
What is the signs and symptoms of Abruptio Placentae
hemorrhage, abdominal pain; fetal distress; uterus contraction
What is the signs and symptoms of Placentra Previa
painless, bright vaginal bleeding; vital signs may indicate shock if severe bleeding
What is the signs and symptoms of Hydatidiform Mole
normal pregnancy symptoms; more vaginal bleeding; uterus may feel larger than expected
What is the signs and symptoms of Fibrocystic Breast Condition
uncomfortable feeling in breast; palpated feeling; tenderness
What is the signs and symptoms of Mastitis
pain, redness, and heat in the breasts at beginning or end of lactation; doughy and tough; nipple discharge
What is the signs and symptoms of Fibroadenoma of the Breast
30 to 35 years of age; firm, round, encapsulated, movable mass in the breast
What is the signs and symptoms of Cancer of the Breast
lump, swelling, or tenderness; irritation or dimpling (peau d’orange); nipple retraction; asymmetric breasts; mammogram is best sign;
What is the signs and symptoms of Paget’s Disease of the Breast
nipple develops erythematous, eczematous, scaly, or ulcerated lesion; unilateral; bloody discharge; pruritus of nipple
