Gynecologic Problems: Dysmenorrhea and Menstrual Disorders

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What is the primary cause of primary dysmenorrhea?

  • Emotional or psychologic factor (correct)
  • Endometriosis
  • Pelvic infection
  • Uterine fibroids

What is the typical age range when secondary dysmenorrhea develops?

  • After 25 years of age (correct)
  • 6-12 months after menarche
  • Before menarche
  • 1-2 years after menarche

What is the purpose of local heat application in primary dysmenorrhea treatment?

  • To reduce blood flow
  • To decrease spasm and increase blood flow (correct)
  • To reduce serum progesterone levels
  • To increase uterine contractility

What is the characteristic of pain in dysmenorrhea?

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What is one of the constitutional factors contributing to dysmenorrhea?

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What is one of the diagnostic evaluations for dysmenorrhea?

<p>Pelvic Ultrasound (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of primary amenorrhea?

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Which of the following is a complication of prolonged amenorrhea?

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What is the primary purpose of progesterone challenge test in amenorrhea?

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Which of the following is a cause of secondary amenorrhea?

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What is the primary goal of nutritional counseling in amenorrhea?

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Which of the following is a symptom of premenstrual syndrome?

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Primary dysmenorrhea cause?

Emotional or psychological factors are the main cause.

Secondary dysmenorrhea age?

Typically develops after 25 years of age.

Local heat application use?

Decreases spasms and increases blood flow to the pelvic area.

Dysmenorrhea pain type?

Characterized by colicky or dull, spasmodic or constant pain.

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Constitutional factor?

Chronic illnesses like anemia can contribute.

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Diagnostic evaluation?

Pelvic ultrasound.

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Primary amenorrhea cause?

Embryonic maldevelopment.

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Complication of prolonged amenorrhea?

Unopposed estrogen stimulation on the endometrium.

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Progesterone challenge test?

To determine chronic anovulation.

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Secondary amenorrhea cause?

Excessive exercise or inadequate nutrition.

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Nutritional counseling goal?

To promote weight reduction in obese women.

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PMS symptom?

Headache.

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