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What is a characteristic of follicle cysts and luteal cysts?
What is a characteristic of follicle cysts and luteal cysts?
- They often result in polycystic ovaries
- They can cause intraperitoneal bleeding (correct)
- They are typically unilocular
- They are always palpable
Which of the following is a common symptom associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
Which of the following is a common symptom associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)?
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypomenorrhea (correct)
- Hypertension
- Excessive weight loss
What differentiates polycystic ovaries from follicle cysts and luteal cysts?
What differentiates polycystic ovaries from follicle cysts and luteal cysts?
- Gray-white outer surface
- Absence of underlying cysts
- Presence of corpora lutea or albicans (correct)
- Decreased size of the ovaries
In patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome, what hormonal imbalance is commonly observed?
In patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome, what hormonal imbalance is commonly observed?
What is the proposed mechanism by which excess androgens affect follicle-stimulating hormone secretion in polycystic ovarian syndrome?
What is the proposed mechanism by which excess androgens affect follicle-stimulating hormone secretion in polycystic ovarian syndrome?
Which cell types make up the normal ovary?
Which cell types make up the normal ovary?
What is the primary cause of cancer death in females according to the text?
What is the primary cause of cancer death in females according to the text?
Which gene mutations are associated with an increased risk of ovarian and breast cancers?
Which gene mutations are associated with an increased risk of ovarian and breast cancers?
What are some risk factors for ovarian cancer according to the text?
What are some risk factors for ovarian cancer according to the text?
Which type of tumors constitute the majority of primary ovarian tumors?
Which type of tumors constitute the majority of primary ovarian tumors?
