PCOS Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Symptoms of PCOS
A
Hirituism
Menstrual irregularities
Acne
2
Q
Treatment for symptomatic PCOS?
A
COC or Levonorgestrel IUD (unlicensed) or Cyclical progesterone (Unlicensed)
3
Q
Complications of PCOS
A
CV disease
Obstructive sleep apnoea
Psychological disorders (anxiety and depression)
Infertility
Endometrial cancer
Pregnancy complications- e.g., pre-eclampsia and gestational diabetes
4
Q
Alternative to COC for menstrual irregularities in PCOS
A
Levonorgestrel IUD (unlicensed) or Cyclical progesterone (Unlicensed)
5
Q
When should Metformin be issued in PCOS?
A
Only in females who have impaired glucose intolerance- should only be initiated by a specialist
