Hormone Therapeutics 5 & 6 Flashcards
Define Gynaecology.
A study of diseases specific to females i.e. genital tract and breasts.
Define Obstetrics.
Explain the structure of the female genital tract.
Explain the in-depth structure of the vagina.
Give examples of common clinical problems associated with the female genital tract.
Explain the pathophysiological basis of signs and symptoms relating to the female genital tract.
Explain how vaginal discharge occurs.
Disruption to normal flora.
What are the types of conditions related to vaginal discharge?
Explain the pathogenesis of the Bacterial Vaginosis
Explain the pathogenesis of Candida Species.
Explain the pathogenesis of Trichomonas Vaginalis.
Draw and label the algorithm to determine the cause of the vaginal discharge and when to refer to the GP.
What are the main property differences between the types of vaginal discharge?
What are the treatment options available for vaginal thrush?
Give examples of Azoles.
Explain how Azoles produce its effect.
What are some common side effects of Azoles?
Explain the main uses of each Azole preparation.
What advice is given to patients with vaginal thrush?
What are the treatment options available for Bacterial Vaginosis and Trichomonas Vaginalis?
Explain the mechanism of action of Metronidazole.
What does PCOS stand for?
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
What is polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
What are the contributing factors to PCOS?
What is the hormone profile of PCOS?
Explain the diagnostic process of PCOS.
Explain the pathogenesis of PCOS.
What are the symptoms of PCOS?
What are the treatment options for PCOS?
Explain the mechanism of action on Clomifene.
Explain the mechanism of action of Danazol.
Give examples of Gonadotropin receptor agonists.
Explain the properties of Leuprolide and Nafarelin.
How are Gonadotropin receptor agonists administered?
What are the common side effects of Gondotropin receptors agonists?
Give examples of steroidal anti-antidrogens.
Explain the mechanism of action of Spironolactone.
Explain the mechanism of action of Cyproterone.
When are COC’s used for PCOS?
What is endometriosis?
What are the common symptoms associated with endometriosis?
What are the 3 theories associated with endometriosis?
What do each of the endometriosis theories suggest?
Explain the diagnostic process of Endometriosis.
What are the signs and symptoms of Endometriosis?
Explain the management process of Endometriosis.
What are Fibroids?
How are Fibroids identified?
Draw and label the diagram of fibroids.
What treatment options are there available for women who desire fertility?
What treatment options are there available for women who do not desire fertility?
What are the main causes of heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB)?
What are the risk factors associated with heavy menstrual bleeding?
What investigations do you need to consider for HMB?
What pharmaceutical treatment options are available for patients with HMB?
What are prescribing considerations are required for HMB?
State the ways you can manage a patient with HMB via surgery.
What is Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)?
Draw and label the diagram associated with PID.
What are the risk factors associated with PID?
What are the symptoms of PID?
What are the clinical features of PID?
Explain the diagnostic process of PID.
Explain the differential diagnosis of PID.
What investigations do you need to consider for suspected PID?
Explain the management process of PID.
When would it be appropriate to admit a patient for IV treatment for managing PID?
What are the treatment options for PID?
Explain the after care and patient education processes for PID.
Draw and label diagram representing the pregnancy stages.
What are the common clinical problems associated with breast disease?
