Reproductive Health Flashcards
What does testosterone affect?
prostate function, maintains muscle bulk, adequate RBC’s, bone growth, sense of well-being, sexual function, may improve ED
What health conditions are associated with low testosterone in men?
metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease
what inhibits testosterone production?
alcohol
What are the primary male hormones?
testosterone, androgen
What are the primary female hormones?
estrogen, progesterone, androgen, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), leutinizing hormone (LS), relaxin
What is normal Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) level?
2.5 - 4 ng/ml
what is orchitis?
testicle inflammation
Poor diet can lead to anemia, which can lead to…?
low libido
hat fat diet increase the risk for what disease?
breast, ovary, or prostate cancer
what illnesses can lead to orchitis?
mumps
when experiencing heavy menses, what supplement should be taken?
iron
What gene mutations increase risk for breast or ovarian cancers?
BRCA1 and BRCA2
increased levels of PSA indicate what illnesses?
prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostate cancer
How often should women get PAP?
by 21 or within 3 yrs of becoming sexually active; yearly until 30 (or every two yrs with liquid based test); every 3 yrs until 70 (if 3+ previous were WNL)
What is endometriosis?
endometrial (inner uterine) tissue implantation outside the uterus
List interventions for endometriosis
Reduce pain (NSAIDs) Restore sexual function Decrease fear and anxiety Enhance self-esteem Education
What oral contraceptives may be useful with endometriosis?
progestin
or injectable medroxyprogesterone
What are some surgical treatments for endometriosis?
laparoscopic removal
laser vaporization
what is dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB)?
excessive and frequent bleeding (more than q 21 days)
List some things that may be done during collaborative care assessment
complete menstrual history assess for anemia (CBC) MD or NP- PAP, pelvic exam, rectal exam STD test
Nonsurgical management for DUB
- Progestin or combo hormone therapy for heavy bleeding
- oral contraceptive for nonemergent bleeding
- injectable leuprolide (Lupron) to cause amenorrhea (potent side effects
Surgical management of DUB
endometrial ablation- removal of uterine lining buildup
- uterine artery embolization, dilation and curettage
- hysterectomy