gynae menorrhagia Flashcards
1
Q
WHich artery undergoes vasospasm right before menstruation to cause epithelial layer to undergo ischaemia and death
A
spiral artery
2
Q
advantage of mefenamic acid over tranexamic acid
A
mefenamic acid also used for dysmenorrhea snf irregular cycles
3
Q
side effects of danzol and benefit
A
acne, hirsutism, voice changes, muscle cramp-s/e
benefits-menorrhagia, dysmenorhea, pre endometrial ablation
4
Q
in what scenario is tranexamic acid contraindicated
A
hx of thromboembolic disorders
5
Q
how does danzol work
A
inhibit ovulation causes low circulating estrogen and endometrial atrophy
