50: Endometriosis and PMS Flashcards

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Endometriosis

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-Pelvic inflammatory condition associated w growth of endo tissue found outside uterus

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Endometriosis presentation

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-asymptomatic
-dysmenorrhea
-infertility
-dyspareunia
-pelvic pain
-heavy bleeding
-fatigue
-painful bowels
-ab bloating
-flank pain

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Risk factors for endometriosis

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-under 20yo
-weight loss attempts
-depression/anxiety
-heavy menses
-menarche before 12
-nulliparity
-smoking
-fam history

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Endometriosis pathophysiology

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-most likely retrograde menstrual flow
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Goals of therapy for endometriosis

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-minimize endometrial lesions
-prevent progression
-minimize pain
-treat infertility

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Nonpharmacologic treatments for endometriosis

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-exercise
-acupuncture
-massage
-CBT
-surgery

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First line treatment of endometriosis

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-NSAIDs
-CHCs
-Progestins

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Second line treatment of endometriosis

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-GnRH agonists/antagonists
-Danazol

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third line treatment of endometriosis

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-aromatase inhibitors

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Danazol

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-androgen that supresses FSH and LH
-previously widely used now reserved for later treatment consideration
-bad side effects
-do NOT take if preg/breastfeeding

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Danazol dosing

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-PO BID

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Danazol side effects

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-weight gain
-acne
-hirstuism
-lipid abnormalities
-liver probs
-change in blood sugar

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Danazol black box warning

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-thromboembolism

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14
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Danazol contraindication

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-preg
-breastfeeding

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Endometriosis monitoring and follow up

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-assess symptom improvement

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Uterine Fibroids (leiomyomas)

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-common non cancerous growths in uterus
-developing in up to 70-80% by age 50

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Fibroid anatomy

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-smooth muscle cells and fibroblasts of myometrium
-classified based on location
-vary in size and number

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Fibroid classification

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-intramural
-submucosal
-subserosal

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Fibroid pathophysiology

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-not well understood
-inc estrogen and progesterone = inc mitotic rate and prob mutations
-genetic factors
-response to injury (inc prostaglandins and vasopressin with onset of menses)

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Risk factors for fibroids

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-black race
-age
-family history
-time since last birth
-premenopausal
-HTN
-early menarche before 10 yo

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protective factors against fibroids

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-smoking
-more than 3 pregnancies
-hormonal contraception use

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Symptoms of uterine fibroids

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-asymp
-heavy bleeding (anemia and fatigue)
-dysmenorrhea
-noncyclic pain
-ab protrudance
-painful sex
-bladder/bowel dysfunction
-repro probs

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Fibroid treatment considerations

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-severity of symptoms
-patient age
-reproductive plans

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Goals of therapy for fibroids

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-reduce size or remove
-reduce symptoms
-respect fertility wishes
-improve QOL

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Non-pharmacologic treatment of fibroids

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-expectant therapy
-myomectomy (remove fibroids but keep fertility)
-hysterectomy

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Treatment overview for fibroids

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-NSAIDs
-hormonal contraceptives
-tranexamic acid
-GnRH agonists
-SPRM

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GnRH agonist use for fibroids

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-only for 3-6 months near menopause
-decrease size
-sec blood loss, surgery and recovery time

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GnRH agonist disadvantages

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-long-term use more $$, menopausal symptoms and bone loss
-inc recurrence risk w myomectomy

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GnRH agonist fertility impact

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-dependent on subsequent procedure

30
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SPRM use in fibroids

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-short-term pre-op or near menopause
-decrease size
-dec blood loss and recovery time
-NOT associated with HYPO estrogenic effects

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SPRM disadvantages

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-HA and breast hurt
-PRM-associated endometrial changes
-inc fibroid recurrence risk with myomectomy

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SPRM fertility impact

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-dependent on subsequent procedure

33
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SPRM regimens

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-mifepristone 10-50mg
-ulipristal 5-10mg

-not FDA approved for fibroids

34
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Complications of fibroids in pregnancy

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-miscarriage
-premature labor and delivery
-abnormal fetal postition
-placental abruption

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Treatment of fibroids in pregnancy

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-avoid myomectomy unless it cannot be safely delayed
-pain management w acetaminophen, NSAID, or opioid

36
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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

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-at least one symptom x 3 cycles

37
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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

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-DSM-5
-at least 5 symptoms with at least on in 2 dif critera x 2 consecutive months

38
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PMS and PMDD similarities

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-onset 5-7 days before period
-end at onset of menses
-require symptom-free period for diagnosis
-some level of impairment to QOL
-no definitive test
-more than 200 symptoms

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PMDD diagnostic symptoms (need at least one)

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-affective lability
-irritability
-depression
-anxiety

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PMDD diagnostic symptoms (need at least one)

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-dec interest in activities
-hard to concentrate
-lethargy
-change in appetite
-hyper or insomnia
-overwhelming feelings
-physical symptoms

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Pathophysiology of PMS and PMDD

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-reduce levels of serotonin, GABA, and allopregnanolone
-fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone

42
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Goals of therapy for PMS/PMDD

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-improve/resolve symptoms
-improve productivity and relationships
-improve QOL

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Nonpharmacologic treatment of PMS and PMDD

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-limit sodium, caffeine, alcohol
-aerobic exercise
-relaxation techniques
-sleep schedule
-calcium (1200mg/day)
-magnesium (200-400mg/day)
-vitamin B, D, E

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First line treatment of PMS/PMDD

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-SSRIs
-NSAIDs
-spironolactone

45
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Second line treatment of PMS/PMDD

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-venlafaxine
-Duloxetine
-Clomipramine
-Alprazolam
-COCs

46
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last line treatment of PMS/PMDD

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-GnRH agonists
-surgery

47
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Complementary therapy treatment of PMS/PMDD

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-Ginkgo
-St. John’s Wort

48
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SSRIs FDA approved for PMDD

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-Fluoxetine 20mg daily
-Sertraline 50-150mg daily
-Paroxetine CR 12.5-25mg daily

49
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SSRI intermittent dosing

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-start day 14
-stop 1-2 days after onset of menses

50
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SSRIs not FDA approved but can treat PMDD

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-citalopram 20-30mg daily
-escitalopram 10-20mg daily

51
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Continuous/daily dosing of SSRIs for PMDD

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-mood symptoms outside of luteal phase
-irreg cycle
-intolerable side effects upon discontinuation
-difficulties with on/off schedule

52
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SSRI black box warning

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-inc risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults with depression

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SSRI side effects

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-nausea
-drowsiness
-sex sydfunction
-sweating
-insomnia
-diarrhea
-HA
-weight gain

54
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improvement of symptoms after SSRI treatment

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-within 2-3 cycles

55
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Spironolactone

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-non FDA approved indication for PMDD
-antimineralocorticoid and antiandrogenic effects interfere w testosterone synthesis

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Spironolactone dose

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-100mg daily days 15-28

57
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Spironolactone advantages

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-dec weight gain
-somatic symptoms (breast and bloating)
-negative mood

58
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Spironolactone side effects

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-hyperkalemia
-somnolence
-irreg menses
-diarrhea
-nausea
-headache

59
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SNRIs for PMS/PMDD

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-Venlafaxine 75-112 mg during luteal phase or 50-200 mg daily
-Duloxetine 60mg daily
-try before other second line options

60
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SNRI side effects

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-headache
-inc BP

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COCs for PMS

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-EE 20mcg/drospirenone 3mg qd for 24days
-use if they want contraception
-use before clomipramine and alprazolam

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Clomipramine

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-2nd line
-25-75mg daily
-consider before alprazolam

63
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Clomipramine side effects

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-blurred vision
-dry mouth
-constipation
-fatigue
-Headache

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Alprazolam

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-2nd line for PMS
-0.23-1mg TID-QID during luteal phase
-try other 2nd lines first

65
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Alprazolam side effects

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-sedation
-drowsiness
-risk of dependence

66
Q

SSRI relieve which symptoms

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-mood
-physical
-social functioning
-work performance and QOL

67
Q

Spironolactone relieves which symptoms

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–breast tenderness
-bloating
-mood

68
Q

COCs relieve which symptoms

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-physical but it can also cause these
-social functioning and productivity

69
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Alprazolam relieves which symptoms

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-depression
-tension
-anxiety
-irritability
-hostility
-social withdrawal

70
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Monitoring and follow up of PMS treatment

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-evaluate symptoms