Postnatal: Baby blues Flashcards

1
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Define baby blues.

A

Common psychological problem from d3 post-partum.

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2
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What is the aetiology of baby blues?

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Sudden decrease in oestrogen and progestrone.

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3
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What are risk factors for the baby blues?

A

Women who have previously suffered PMS at higher risk

Primigravidae

Anxiety/depression in pregnancy

Fear of labour

Poor social adjustment

Not associated with obstetric factors

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4
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Summarise the epidemiology for the baby blues.

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2/3 of mothers experience this.

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5
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What are signs and symptoms of the baby blues?

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Symptoms within 10d post partum, liable mood, rapid alterations, feeling confused, tearful and irritable.

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6
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What investigations should be performed for the baby blues?

A

CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS

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7
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How are the baby blues managed?

A

Management not required. Antenatal education key.

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8
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What is the prognosis of the baby blues?

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Self resolving in a few days.

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