Female Reproductive System Flashcards
1
Q
Primary amenorrhea what to do first?
A
Pelvic ultrasound to se if uterus is present or absent
If absent di karyotype
If present measure serum FSH
2
Q
Premature adrenarche
A
Activation of adrenal androgens development of 2 characteristics prematurely. Obesity increases risk as insulin stimulates adrenals to produce sex hormones
Presentation: acne, oily face, axilary and pubic hair, body odor
Girls <8 yrs and boys <9