HRT Flashcards
1
Q
things to ASK for HRT
A
MGOS
VUN
Vasomotor- sweating, palpitaitons, hot flashes
urogenital - increased frequency, urinary problems, vaginal dryness, dypareunia
Neurologic - mood changes, sleep problems mood problems
cancer risk factors UBO
Uterine PCOS Obesity Diabetes Nulliparous
breast
ovarian
Osteoporosis
2
Q
Forms of HRT
A
Local creams pessary rings
Systemic oral, transdermal, gels, implants
3
Q
Benefits of HRT
A
symptoms
prevents osteoporosis
4
Q
time of use
A
1-2 years
5
Q
Contraindications
A
Stroke/DVT/CAD/diabetes/hypertension
Uterus- vaginal bleedings, cancer
Breast cancer
liver disease
6
Q
Investigation
A
CBC, urianlysis, sugar, ECG, pap smear, ultrasound, mammography
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Q
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