menopause stuff Flashcards

1
Q

average age of menopause in UK

A

51

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2
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what age is POF before

A

<40

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3
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average duration of menopause symptoms

A

7.4 years

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4
Q

when is FSh not routinely tested in menopause

A

> 45 with normal symptoms

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5
Q

benefits of HRT

A

increased mood and QOL
Decreased osteoporosis
decreased CVD risk until 60 y/o

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6
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risks of HRT

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increased breast cancer
increased VTE
Increased CVD if over 60
increased risk of endoetrial caner if progesterone added

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7
Q

addition of progesterone in HRt increases risk of what cancer

A

endometrial

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8
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if patient has hysterectomy or a mirena what form of HRT should be offered

A

oestrogen only

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9
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contraindications for HRT

A

HISTROY OF BREAST CANCER
coronary heart disease
TIA or stroke
active liver disease

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10
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If 40-49 when can contraception be stopped

A

2 years after last period
2 years after 2 low FSH results >30

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11
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if >50 when can contraception be stopped

A

1 year after last period

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12
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if over 55 when can contracpetion be stopped

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can be stopped if still having periods due to poor oocyte quality

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