Puberty and menopause Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Key stages of female purberty
A
Thelarche (Breasts), Adrenarche (Hair), Menarche (Period)
2
Q
Age range for puberty in females
A
8 - 13
3
Q
Age range for puberty in males
A
9 - 14
4
Q
Hormonal changes during menopause
A
Reduced oestrogen, increased FSH and LH
5
Q
Physical changes during menopause
A
Shrinkage of endometrium, Loss of vaginal rugae, Involution of breasts, Osteoporosis
6
Q
Management of osteoporosis
A
HRT
7
Q
Risks of HRT
A
Increased CVD, Ovarian and endometrial cancer
