Menstruation Flashcards
1
Q
Define menorrhagia
A
Regular interval between menses but excessive flow and duration
2
Q
Define hypomenorrhea
A
Decreased flow during normal duration of menses
3
Q
Define metorrhagia
A
Irregular intervals of menses with excessive flow and duration
4
Q
Define polymenorrhea
A
Shortened interval between menses (<19-21 day intervals)
5
Q
Define menometorrhagia
A
Irregular or excessive bleeding during menses and between menses
6
Q
Define oligomenorrhea
A
Lengthened interval between menses (>35 days)
7
Q
What sxs may be associated with dysmenorrhea?
A
N/VD, fatigue
8
Q
How do you evaluate dysmenorrhea?
A
Rule out
9
Q
What is dysmenorrhea treatment?
A
- NSAIDs
- Heat
- Avoid nicotine, alcohol, caffeine
- Reduce menses frequency (contraceptives)
