Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
Dx criteria
A
any 2 of the 3 are present:
- Amenorrhea or irregular menses
- Signs of hirsutism
- Polycystic ovaries on ultrasound
2
Q
Pelvic ultrasound may show
A
bilaterally enlarged ovaries with multiple cysts
3
Q
Free testosterone will be ___secondary to the high ___
A
elevated
androgens
4
Q
The high androgen level and obesity lead to an increase in ___.
This stimulates __secretion while inhibiting __secretion.
leading to an LH to FSH ratio of___
A
estrogen formation outside the ovary LH FSH more than 3:1.
5
Q
Treatment main goals
A
Weight loss
OCPs
Clomiphene and metformin**
6
Q
Clomiphene and metformin should be used in patients who
A
wish to conceive.
