Endometriosis Flashcards
1
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Pathophysiology 3
A
Endometrium - IL of uterus sheds during menstruation and responds to hormonal changes
occurs when tissue is outside of uterus like ovaries peneteroeum
can cause eutopic endometrium - infl fibrosis and pain
2
Q
stages 4
A
Few adhesions
Become deeper
Many
Large endometriums and adhesions
3
Q
Symptoms 5
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Pelvic pain
Dysmennorhea
Difficulty due to anatomy
gastro intestinal problems
May present asymptomatic
4
Q
Diagnosis 4
A
Deep medical history analysis
Pelvic examination
MRI scan for anatomy
Laprascopy for viewing lesion
5
Q
Treatment 5
A
NSIAD’s ibuprofen
BC + progestin
surgical intervention
dietary changes
stress management
