Exam 2 - Female

Question 1

classic triad of endometriosis:

Answer 1

dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, dyschezia

Question 2

Pathophysiology of endometriosis

Answer 2

estrogen levels rise > lesion tissue proliferates > menstrual bleeding causes inflammation > pain

Question 3

Infectious or noninfectious inflammation of the vaginal mucosa, sometimes with inflammation of the vulva.

Answer 3

Vaginitis

Question 4

Often results from alteration of normal vaginal environment. (change in pH, balance of normal flora…)

Answer 4

Vaginitis

Question 5

Is inflammation of the cervix

Causes include irritation, infection, or injury of cells that line the cervix

Answer 5

Cervicitis

Question 6

common symptoms of cervicitis

Answer 6

• Vaginal discharge
• Frequent, painful urination
• Painful intercourse
• Vaginal bleeding not associated with menstruation

Question 7

Infection of the female reproductive organs

One of the most serious complication of untreated STDs in women (especially chlamydia and gonorrhea)

Answer 7

PID

Question 8

most common vaginal primary tumor

Answer 8

Squamous cell carcinoma or melanoma

Question 9

Is a condition where the placenta lies low in the uterus and partially or completely covers the cervix. The placenta may separate from the uterine wall as the cervix begins to dilate (open) during labor.

Answer 9

Placenta Previa

Question 10

The placenta peels away from the inner wall of the uterus before delivery — either partially or completely

Answer 10

Placental Abruption

Question 11

s characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to another organ system, often the kidneys.

Answer 11

Preeclampsia

Question 12

Symptoms of Preeclampsia

Answer 12

1. Excess protein in your urine (proteinuria) or additional signs of kidney problems
2. Severe headaches
3. Changes in vision, including temporary loss of vision, blurred vision or light sensitivity

Question 13

seizures, severe headache, altered mental state

Cardiovascular disease

Answer 13

Eclampsia