GYN 1 - Need to Know Flashcards
Progesterone does what?
Maintains the pregnancy
The term adnexa refers to what anatomical structures?
Ovaries and Fallopian tubes
What hormone like substance is responsible for the uterine cramping that is felt with the menstrual cycle?
Prostaglandins
What anatomical structure do you consider when you see swelling and erythema at the vaginal orifice?
Bartholin glands
Patients most commonly complain of what during Perimenopause and menopause?
Sleep disturbances
What is the only cancer screening test available on the market?
Cervical cancer screening with the Pap smear.
What’s the gene that is indicative of breast cancer?
BRCA1 & BRCA2
Most breast cancers are located….
In the upper right
What is the test used to screen for fungal infections that dissolves the squamous cells?
KOH prep
What stimulates ovulation?
Mid-cycle LH surge for 30-36 hours
