Reproductive

Question 1

Priapism

Answer 1

Painful erection lasting than 2hrs. Often associated with sickle cell anemia

Question 2

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Answer 2

Infection of fallopian tubes and uterus and can cause ectopic pregnancy
Risk fatcors
- multiple partners
- hx of clamydia or gonorrhea
- partner with STI
- Lack of barrier contraceptive use
- Age 15-25

Question 3

Perimenopause (S/S, Tx)

Answer 3

Ovarian function declines and estrogen levels descrease
S/S: vaginal dryness, breast tenderness, weight gain, hair loss
Tx:
- calcium and vitamin D
- Hormonal replacent therapy ( can cause edema)

Question 4

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Answer 4

Many ovarian cysts from excess estrogen and testosterone

Question 5

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) (Tx)

Answer 5

Gradual and abnormal prostate enlargment
Tx:
- alpha-adrenergic antagonist (relaxes smooth muscle: tamsulosin, doxazosin)
- 5-alpha reductase (hormonal manipulation)
- Saw Palmetto (herbal)

Question 6

Prostatitis

Answer 6

Inflammation of prostate usually bacterial infection

Question 7

Can people with marfan syndrome get pregnant

Answer 7

They can get pregnant but should avoid it due to high maternal mortality rates