Reproductive History

Question 1

What are the important systematic questions that need to be asked for male and female patients presenting with reproductive symptoms?

Answer 1

• Any changes in frequency of urinating?
• Any pain when urinating?
• Any blood in your urine?
• Any problems with incontinence or urgency?

Question 2

What questions should males presenting with reproductive symptoms be asked?

Answer 2

• Difficulties starting to urinate?
• How is the strength of your urine flow?
• Any dribbling once you’ve finished urinating?

Question 3

What questions should be asked to females presenting with a reproductive problem?

Answer 3

1 - LMP

2 - Regularity and length of cycle

3 - Volume of bleeding during periods

4 - PMB

5 - Intermenstrual or post-coital bleeding?

6 - Taking contraception/HRT?

7 - Sexually active

8 - Date of last cervical screening

9 - Obstetric history/parity

10 - Vaginal discharge