Menstrual Disorders
Which condition is characterized by painful menstruation caused by excess prostaglandins?
What is primary dysmenorrhea
Which birth control method also helps reduce menstrual cramps and bleeding?
What are combined oral contraceptive pills (COCs)
Which patient should NOT use estrogen-containing contraceptives?
Who is a person who has migraines with aura
Which condition involves benign growths of the uterus that can cause heavy bleeding?
What is uterine fibroids (leiomyomas)
Which hormone decreases most significantly during menopause?
What is estrogen
A patient with endometriosis is most likely to report which symptom?
What is cyclic pelvic pain that worsens during menses
Which contraceptive is MOST effective as emergency contraception?
What is a copper ICD
Which birth control warning signs are remembered with “ACHES”?
What are abdominal pain, chest pain, headache, eye changes, and severe leg pain
A patient with a Bartholin gland cyst may need which type of management?
What is sitz baths or incision and drainage if infected
Which is a common symptom of menopause?
What are hot flashes and night sweats
Which menstrual disorder is associated with daily life impairment and severe mood symptoms?
What is PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)
What is the primary function of hormonal IUDs?
What is to thicken cervical mucus and thin the endometrium
A 39-year-old who smokes 1 pack/day wants birth control. Which method is unsafe?
What are combined oral contraceptive pills
A patient with pelvic organ prolapse may first be instructed to perform:
What are pelvic floor exercises (Kegels)
Which supplements are often recommended to support bone health after menopause?
What are calcium and vitamin D
A patient with secondary amenorrhea should first be evaluated for:
What is pregnancy
Which method may cause temporary bone density loss?
What is the depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) injection
Which contraceptive should be avoided in patients with a history of breast cancer?
What is hormonal contraception (estrogen or progesterone, depending on cancer type)
Which type of urinary incontinence occurs with sneezing, laughing, or coughing?
What is stress incontinence
At what age should women begin routine mammography screening (average risk)?
What is age 40
Which finding is most associated with PCOS?
What are irregular menstrual cycles with signs of hyperandrogenism (e.g., hirsutism)
A patient wants a long-acting reversible contraceptive with no effect on mood or hormones. Which is best?
What is a copper IUD
A patient with uncontrolled hypertension should avoid which method?
What is estrogen-containing contraceptives (e.g., patch, COCs)
Which condition often causes infertility due to scarring and adhesions?
What is endometriosis
Hormone therapy is contraindicated in which patients?
Who is a person with a history of estrogen-dependent cancer, DVT/PE, or active liver disease