Gyno Part 1 Flashcards
diagnosis of osteoporosis
T-Score < 2.5
what are the meds associated with increase fracture risk
-androgen deprivation therapy
-anticoagulant
-antiepileptic drugs
-antiretroviral therapy
-aromatase inhibitor
-chemotherapy
-corticosteroids, prolonged use
-cyclosporine
-loop diuretics
-PPI
-SSRI
-thiazolidine
-Vit A, high dose
-antipsychotics
conditions associated with high risk for osteoporosis
> 65 (high risk)
50-64
-parent with hip fracture
-osteopenia identified on xray
-current smoking
-high alcohol intake
-low body wt (<60kg)
-major wt loss >10% since 25 years
Any age
-hx of fragility #
-hypogonadism or premature menopause (<45)
-hyperthyroid
-cushing syndrome
-hyperparathyroid
-renal disease
-organ tranplant
-GI Disease (gastric surgery)
-RA, multiple myeloma
Osteoporosis nonpharm approaches
regular weight bearing exercise
Fall prevention
Smoking cessation
Dietary measures (adequate protein, calcium, Vit D)
Avoid excessive alcohol (>3 units/day)
Avoid excessive caffeine (>4/day)
what are nutritional supplements recommended in osteoporosis
adequate calcium and vitamin D
Calcium should be obtained through dietary measures (1200 mg/day)
Vit D 800-2000 units/day for >50
What are first line agents for osteoporosis with moderate risk?
Biphosphonates (mainstay of treatment)
1. Oral Alendronate 10 mg daily
2. Risedronate 35 mg once weekly PO
3. IV Zoledronate 5mg Qyearly -> reserve for those who cannot tolerate PO
Other first line agents:
IF MENOPAUSAL and need osteoporosis prevention can do estrogen/progesterone therapy
Biphosphonates must be taken how? and what are the s/e
empty stomach with water only
-do not lie down after for 30 min d/t risk of esophageal ulceration
SE=mild GI upset and allergic reactions
What are the risk with biophosphonate therapy?
atypical femoral fracture = if greater than >2 years on biphosphonate therapy
How do you manage the risk of atypical femoral fracture risk of biphosphonate therapy
-education pt on risk
-if pt on >5 years of biphosphonate therapy -> monitor for AFF symptoms
AFF symptoms = groin pain or thigh pain, unilateral or bilateral
if symptoms identified -> xray stat, stop med and referral to ortho stat
Should do drug holidays to avoid risk
1. after 5 years of PO or 3 of IV -> stop for 1-3 years then r/a
2. Measure BMD after and assess FRAX 10 year risk
3. If lost BMD and is in high risk -> resume for another 3 years
when is this not appropriate?
-if pt at high risk of fracture - may be appropriate not to have drug holiday (no safety data on >10 years treatment-> use clinical judgement
-can continue on current regimen or switch agents (denosumab or terapatide)
-if previous # of hip or spine
What are first line agents for low risk osteoporosis fracture risk?
nonpharm prevention
not likely to benefit from pharmacotherapy
what are the first line agents for high risk osteoporosis fracture risk
Biphosphonates
(Zolidronate IV)
Denosumab
(antiremodelling agent/ Rank ligand I)
Anabolic therapy
->Teripatide -> MAX 24 months
Menopause E/PT
what are the first line agents for very high risk osteoporosis fracture risk?
terapatide (24 months only) or romozumab (12 months only) (anabolic agent) followed by biphosphonate or denosumab
ROMOZUMAB CI= cardiovascular disease history (MI or stroke)
When should you consider treating patients for osteoporosis who have been on high corticosteroid dose
if <40 years with long term high dose corticosteroid dose or prior fragility fracture -> should consider pharm interventions
read:
CKD increases risk of osteoporosis.
All therapies are acceptable for all stages EXCEPT for biphosphonate
Biphosphonates are CI in eGFR <30-35
If the patient is already on dialysis -> consult nephrologist
how frequent can you do BMD?
Q1-3 years
What are nonpharm options for neuropathic pain
physio
mindfulness
yoga
exercise
psychotherapy
attempt to decrease sleep deprivation and improve functioning
some pt with nerve root compression -> surgery
*if nerve root compression ->surgery
What are first line pharm therapies for nerve root compression associated with disc changes and disc herniations. When do you consider surgery?
In acute phase -> NSAID or tylenol
~usually pain settles with conservative management
-rest and avoid further aggravation
Consider surgical treatment if:
-med fails over 6-12 weeks
-CT or MRI show treatable lesion
-if acute pain is excruciating and intractable or if neurological deficit and correctable lesion is present
what are first line, second line and third line agents for chronic peripheral neuropathic pain and chronic regional pain syndrome
(both are treated the same)
CRPS S/S = burning pain, wide anatomical area, allodhynia, hyperesthesia, hyperalgesia, sweating, coldness of affect limb
1 - TCA (Amitryptilline 10-25 mg HS), Gabapinoids (pregabalin 50-150 mg BID or gabapentin 300-400mg HS), SNRI (duloxetine)
if pain persists, trial and error approach, including cannabinoid, methadone, lamotrigine, topiramate, botox
first line agents for acute neuropathic pain related to herpes zoster
oral antivirals to treat (acyclovir, famciclovir, valacyclovir -> usually first 72 hours of onset of rash)
Pain= #1 Amitryptilline or gabapentin
IF necessary can do opioids
First line pharm for trigeminal neuralgia
(confined to face, unilateral, >50y, shock like quality)
carbamazepine #1
~if symptoms not tolerated, switch to oxcarbamazepine or decrease dose of carbamazepine
how long should you trial a pharm agent for neuropathic pain in general?
trial a med for 2-3 months, if drug ineffective try different drug within the same class, drugs from a different class or a combination of drugs
abnormal uterine bleeding causes
PALM COEIN
P-polups
A-Adenomyomas
L-Leiyomas
M-malignancy
C-coagulopathy
O-ovulation dysfunction
E-endometrial factors
I-iatrogenic
N-not otherwise indicated
Pharm for abnormal uterine bleeding
Desire for fertility is the #1 question to determine how to guide medical interventions vs surgical
non pharm for abnormal uterine bleeding and heavy menstrual bleeding
Pharm is usually considered first line
Surgery/ hysterctomy is the only definitive treatment
what are pharm options for abnormal uterine bleeding in adolescents and pre-menopausal women
Prior to implementation, you must r/o pregnancy and infection
Adolescents- > Oral contraceptives
Pre-menopausal -> LNG-IUS
Hormonal options:
1. LNG-IUS (first line) (levonorgesterel intrauterine system)
- monophosic CHC (containing progestin/ estrogen) // Triphasic not suitable
-Nuva Ring
-Evra patch
-Min-Ovral - Depo- Provera
- Progestin-only pills (provera, norethindrone)
Anti-fibrinolytics
1. Tranexamic acid
NSAIDS
1. Naproxen
2. ibuprofen
(start the day before menses and continued until bleeding ceases 3-5 days)
other hormonal agents
1. Danazol 100-400mg OD
(generally short term use <6 mo)
GnRH angonist
Leuprolide (lupron)
Goserelin
Nafarelin
Triptorelin
(use max 6 months, need add back therapy to preserve bone health)
GnRH Antagonist
Elagolix
(limited duration due to decrease BMD)
SECOND LINE AGENTS ARE REALLY
GnRH agonist or DANAZOL