Vulvovaginal Infections
This is the most common cause of vaginal discharge in women of reproductive age and is characterized by a "fishy" odor, especially after intercourse.
What is bacterial vaginosis?
This protozoan infection is sexually transmitted and presents with a frothy, greenish-yellow vaginal discharge and a "strawberry cervix" on exam.
What is trichomoniasis?
This condition is characterized by the growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, often causing pelvic pain and infertility.
What is endometriosis?
Characterized by a benign fluid-filled sac on the ovary, this condition is common and often resolves on its own.
What is an ovarian cyst?
This surgical procedure involves the removal of the uterus.
This surgical procedure involves the removal of the uterus.
This fungal infection often presents with thick, white, "cottage cheese-like" vaginal discharge and intense itching or irritation.
What is a yeast infection (candidiasis)?
This bacterial STI can cause cervicitis, urethritis, and infertility if untreated, and is often asymptomatic in women.
What is chlamydia?
A hormonal disorder common in women of reproductive age, this condition is associated with irregular periods, excess androgen levels, and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound.
What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
This cyclic pain disorder involves severe menstrual cramps due to uterine contractions and can be classified as primary or secondary.
What is dysmenorrhea?
This rare but serious complication after hysterectomy can cause urine leakage due to injury to this organ.
What is the bladder?
This antifungal medication is commonly prescribed as a single oral dose to treat uncomplicated vulvovaginal candidiasis.
What is fluconazole?
This recurrent viral infection causes painful genital ulcers and may be accompanied by flu-like symptoms during the primary outbreak.
What is genital herpes (HSV-2 or HSV-1)?
This reproductive disorder is marked by the presence of uterine fibroids, which are noncancerous growths of the uterus.
What is leiomyoma (or uterine fibroids)?
This term describes the absence of menstruation by age 15 with normal growth or the absence of menstruation for 3+ months in previously regular cycles.
What is amenorrhea?
This potential complication involves blood clots forming in deep veins, posing a risk after surgery.
What is deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
This type of infection is often associated with poor hygiene, irritants like soaps or douches, and can cause vulvovaginitis.
What is non-infectious or irritant vaginitis?
This STI, caused by Treponema pallidum, may present with a painless genital ulcer in its primary stage and can cross the placenta during pregnancy.
What is syphilis?
This type of cancer is often called the "silent killer" because symptoms are vague until it’s advanced, and it arises from the female gonads.
What is ovarian cancer?
This hormone therapy, if used unopposed in women with a uterus, increases the risk of endometrial cancer.
What is estrogen?
To prevent blood clots after hysterectomy, nurses encourage patients to perform this activity early and frequently.
What is early ambulation?
This antibiotic, available in both oral and intravaginal forms, is the first-line treatment for bacterial vaginosis.
What is metronidazole?
This STI causes genital warts and is linked to cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers, prompting routine vaccination in adolescents.
What is human papillomavirus (HPV)?
This infection of the upper genital tract can cause pelvic pain, fever, and infertility, and is commonly due to untreated chlamydia or gonorrhea.
What is pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?
A surge in this hormone triggers ovulation and is the target of many over-the-counter fertility tests.
What is luteinizing hormone (LH)?
The nurse is caring for a patient after a hysterectomy. The patient presents with increased HR, decreased BP, weak pedal pulses, and decreased UOP. Which complication of a hysterectomy should the nurse be concerned about?
What is hemorrhage?