Chapter 12: Diseases and Conditions of the Reproductive System: Prevention Flashcards
What is the prevention of Chlamydia
tell sexual contacts of their infection; protection during sex;
What is the prevention of Gonorhea
abstinence from sexual contact until cleared
What is the prevention of Trichomoniasis
latex condoms and avoiding sex with someone whose history is unknown
What is the prevention of Genital Herpes
abstinence and mutual monogamy
What is the prevention of Gential Warts (Condylomata Acuminata)
avoid sexual contact with infected adult; long incubation period (6 months); vaccine gardasil
What is the prevention of Syphilis
avoid sexual contact and bodily fluid
What is the prevention of Chancroid
no vaccine available; use of condoms
What is the prevention of Erectile Dysfunction/Impotence
secondary to other diseases and treatment of those is crucial
What is the prevention of Male and Female Infertility
preventing causative factor is best
What is the prevention of Epididymitis
early treatment of UTI’s condoms also recommended
What is the prevention of Orchitis
risk for STI’s should be avoided; mumps vaccine
What is the prevention of Torsion of the Testicle (Testicular Torsion)
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Varicocele
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Prostatitis
early treatment of UTI’s
What is the prevention of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Prostate Cancer
early detection Is best
What is the prevention of Testicular Cancer
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Premenstrual Syndrome
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Amenorrhea
management of weight, nutrition, and stress can help prevent amenorrhea
What is the prevention of Dysmenorrhea
occurrence cannot be prevented; menses eliminated then dysmenorrhea eliminated
What is the prevention of Ovarian Cysts
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Endomentriosis
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
not acuqire an STD; douching increases PID
What is the prevention of Uterine Leiomyomas (Fibroids)
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Vaginitis
avoidance of STI’s, good hygiene, recognition of risk factors
What is the prevention of Toxic Shock Syndrome
use tampons just absorent enough to handle their menstrual flow and avoid super absorbent type; changing frequently
What is the prevention of Menopause
cannot be prevented
What is the prevention of Uterine Prolapse
exercises that strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor after childbirth recommended
What is the prevention of Cystocele
exercises that strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor after childbirth recommended
What is the prevention of Rectocele
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Cervical Cancer
vaccination against HPV; no smoking; protection
What is the prevention of Vaginal Cancer
regular pap smear, using barrier contraceptives, and limiting sexual partners reduce the risk
What is the prevention of Labial or Vulvar Cancer
use of barrier contraceptives, regular exams; laser therapy or excision
What is the prevention of Ovarian Cancer
screening for women with BRCA 1 or 2 and regular exams
What is the prevention of Endometrial Cancer
no noninvasive test is available; endometrial biopsy if at risk
What is the prevention of Morning Sickness
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Hyperemesis Gravidarum
no prevention known; intervention can prevent complications and resolve symptoms
What is the prevention of Spontaneous Abortion (Miscarriage)
cause is often not certain, good prenatal care recommended
What is the prevention of Ectopic Pregnancy
history of PID; preventing this can reduce chances
What is the prevention of Premature Labor
tocolytics, treating underlying infection all help; no direct prevention
What is the prevention of Preeclamsia (Toxemia of Pregnancy) and Eclampsia
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Abruptio Placentae
good prenatal care with individualized attention to risk factors may help prevent
What is the prevention of Placentra Previa
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Hydatidiform Mole
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Fibrocystic Breast Condition
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Mastitis
infection-prevention control techniques with nursing mothers
What is the prevention of Fibroadenoma of the Breast
no prevention known
What is the prevention of Cancer of the Breast
lifestyle changes may reduce risk of cancer; child before age 25, breast-feeding for 6 months; limiting alcohol
What is the prevention of Paget’s Disease of the Breast
educated to report nipple changes to aid detection of lesions in early stages
