Menarche Puberty and Menstrual Disorders Flashcards
The major charactistic of follicular growth and estradiol secretion is explained by what two gonadotropin and two cells
Gonadotorpin: LH FSH
cell: theca and grnaulosa
LH stimulates the _ cells to produce androgens
FSH stimulate the _ cells to convert the androgens into estrogen (E1 and E2)
- Theca cells
2. Granulosa
Does estrogen level reach it’s peak before or after LH?
1 day before
Prior to ovulation _ follicle begins to produce increasing amount of progesterone
Graafian
what is the cumulus oophorus?
The innermost 3-4 layers of multiplying granulosa cells that become cuboidal and adhere to the ovum.
what forms the corona radiata?
The innermost layer of the granulosa cells for the cumulus become elongated and connects to the wall.
After ovulation, what makes up and forms the corpus luteum?
Luteinzed granulosa cells, theca cells, capillaries and connective tissue
What occurs first, Thelarche or menarche?
Thelarche
At what Tanner stage does Thelarche take place?
Tanner Stage IV. rare before stage III
If secondary ammorrhea lasts greater than _ days further work up is indicated
90 days.
what is mean blood loss per menstraul period?
30 cc. most report changing a pad 3-6 times a day
Greater than _ cc is associated with anemia
80
What is primary amenorrhea?
No menses by age 13 w/o secondary sexual development OR by age 15 with secondary sexual development
what defines secondary amenorrhea?
no menses before 6 months
What is polymenorrhea?
abnormally frequent menses at intervals