Reproductive System, Contraceptives, Breast Problems, & Structural Problems (Weeks 12 & 13) Flashcards
Amenorrhea
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Absence of menstration
- excercise & weight factors (anorexia & obesity)
- most commonly due to a pregnancy
Hypogonadotropic Amenorrhea
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Problem in the central hypothalamic-pituitary axis
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Inability to produce FSH & LH
Hypothalamic suppression can be due to:
- stress
- weight loss or strenuous exercise
- eating disorders
- mental illness
Dysmenorrhea
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Painful menstruation
- extended release of prostaglandins (primary dysmenorrhea)
Secondary dysmenorrhea: menstrual pain acquired later in life, usually after age 25
Cyclic Perimenstrual Pain and Discomfort (CPPD)
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symptoms that occur during the menstrual cycle
Symptoms can include:
* mood swings
* pelvic pain
* physical discomfort
can occur for 1-2 days or last up to 2 weeks
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
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Cluster of physical, psychological, & behavioral symptoms
- cyclic symptoms occuring in luteal phase
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
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Severe variant of PMS
Endometriosis
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Presence & growth of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus
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Symptoms:
* retrograde menstruation
* pelvic heaviness
* deep pelvic pain
* pain radiating to thighs
* pain with exercise
* painful intercourse
* dysmenorrhea
retrograde menstruation: period flows upward through the fallopian tubes & into the pelvis, instead of it flowing out of the vagina
Oligomenorrhea
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infrequent menstruation
Hypomenorrhea
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scant menstruation
Menorrhagia (hypermenorrhea)
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excessive menstrual bleeding
Metrorrhagia
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Abnormal bleeding that occurs between periods
* may occur every few weeks & flow may be heavier than usual
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB)
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any form of uterine bleeding that is irregular in amount, duration, or timing, & is not related to regular menstrual bleeding
* defined as menstrual blood loss of 80 mL or greater
Menopause
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Cessation of menses for (at least) 1 year
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* average age = 42-58 years old
Physiological Characteristics:
* anovulation occurs more frequently
* menstrual cycles increase in length
* ovarian follicles become less sensitive to hormonal stimulation
* ovulation occurs with less frequency
* progesterone is not produced
* FSH values are elevated
Perimenopausal Peirod
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Time prior to menopause
Signs & Symptoms:
* bleeding
* hot flashes (vasomotor instability)
* mood / behavioral changes
Increased risk of: osteoporosis & CAD
Tx = menopausal hormonal therapy (MHT)
What is endometriosis characterized by?
Key Points - KNOW THIS!!!!!
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- secondary amenorrhea
- dyspareunia (painful intercourse before, during, or after sex)
- abnormal uterine bleeding
- infertility
Osteoporosis
Key Point
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progressive loss of bone mass due to decreasing levels of estrogen after menopause
- can be prevented or minimized with lifestyle changes & medication
Why are postmenopausal women at increased risk for coronary artery disease (CAD)?
Key Points
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due to changes in lipid metabolism
A woman complains of severe abdominal and pelvic pain around the time of menstruation that has gotten worse over the last 5 years. She also complains of pain during intercourse & has tried unsuccessfully to get pregnant for the past 18 months. These symptoms are most likely related to which of the following?
a.) Endometriosis
b.) Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
c.) Primary dysmenorrhea
d.) Cyclic Perimenstrual Pain and Discomfort (CPPD)
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a.) Endometriosis
Contraception
Contraception Lecture
The intervention of pregnancy during sexual intercourse
BRAIDED mnemonic for Contraception
Contraception Lecture
Benefits
Risks
Alternatives
Inquires
Decisions
Explanations
Documentation
Coitus Interruptus
Contraception Lecture
Pull out method
- 80% effective