Module 19 sexual health Flashcards
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dysmenorrhea
painful mestration
- usually begins with the onset of menses or 1-2 days before
dysmenorrhea associated s/s
nausea vomiting diarrhea headaches dizzy back pain
primary dysmenorrhea
recurrent, menstrual-related pain in the absence of pelvic pathology
- thought to be due to release of prostaglandins from the endometrium
secondary dysmenorrhea
describes painful menstruation in the presence of pelvic pathology
- endometriosis
- ovarian cysts
- infection
best contraception for young women
long-active reversible contraception
progesterone only Hormonal contraception
implant
IUD
Depo
mini-pill
combined hormonal contraception
oral contraceptive pills
skin patch
vaginal ring
implant
subdermal space of the upper inner non-dominant arm
controlled release of etonogestrel over a period of 3 years
MOA: ovulation suppression
- prevent conception by thickening the cervical mucus and altering the endometrial lining
Copper IUD
ParaGard
approved for 10 years
MOA: produce a sterile foreign body reaction within the uterine cavity -> hostile environment for the sperm
Hormonal IUD
Liletta: 3 years Mirena: 7 years Skyla: 3 years Kyleena: 5 years MOA: create a sterile foreign body reaction within the uterine cavity -> hostile environment for sperm
DEPO
progestin-only contraceptive injection every 3 months - intramuscular (150mg) or subQ (104mg) Repeat injections every 11-13 weeks Can go as long as 15 weeks
Transdermal contraceptive patch
Xulane
thin, beige adhesive patch w/ progestin norelgestromin and ethyl estradiol
- apply to torso, buttocks, upper arms
- change weekly
Nuvaring
soft, clear, flexible ring that releases the progestins etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol
- insterted into the vagina
- replaced monthly
combined hormonal contraception MOA
progestin component provides the majority of the contraceptive effect by preventing ovulation via negative feedback on the HPO axis
estrogen component is added to stabilize the endometrium and all for better cycle control
progestin only pills, mini-pill
MOA: thickening of cervical mucus, blocking sperm from entering uterus
Emergency contraception
used after unprotected sex or if there is a method failure
MOA: delay or inhibit ovulation
Copper IUD as emergency contraception
prevent sperm from fertilizing an egg and may prevent implantation if inserted within 5 days of unprotected sex
Male condom
no age restrictions on buying
carry a condom with you if sex is possible
check expiration date
ensure package is not damaged
use a water-based lubricant
unroll on an erect penis
withdraw when the penis is still erect, holding onto the base
vasectomy
interrupts the vas deferens
-> prevents passage of sperm into the seminal fluid
vasectomy advantages vs disadvantage
Advantage - highly effective - performed in clinic - cost effective - no effect on sexual function Disadvantage - takes 2-4 months to be effective - f/u visit to ensure effectiveness - procedure complications -> infection, hematoma, granuloma, swelling, persistent pain - non-reversible - no STI protection
Female sterilization
surgery to remove or interrupt the patency of fallopian tubes
Female sterilization advantages and disadvantages
Advantage - dec. risk of ovarian cancer (40%) Disadvantage - Regret - invasive surgical procedure - no STI protection - Complications -> Minor: infection, wound separation -> Major: hemorrhage, viscus injury, anesthesia complications
Lactational amenorrhea method
breastfeeding delays return to fertility
- prolactin inhibits ovulation
- baby must be exclusively breast fed
- infant less than 6 months old
- woman must be amenorrheic
LAM advantage vs disadvantage
Advantage - free - breastfeed advantages Disadvantage - return of ovulation unpredictable - breastfeeding issues - tender breasts may dec. sexual pleasure - difficulties maintaining EBF - no protection for STI