Menopause Flashcards
1
Q
What is the average age of the menopause in the UK?
A
Age 52
2
Q
What are the key features of the menopause?
A
Irregular menstrual cycle Hot flushes Night sweats Vaginal dryness and itching Painful sexual intercourse Mood changes
3
Q
What is the primary investigation in amenorrhea?
A
Pregnancy test
4
Q
What are the secondary investigations in suspected menopause?
A
FSH and serum oestrone
5
Q
What would happen to the level of FSH in a woman with the menopause?
A
FSH >30
