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[PDF File] Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in Premenopausal Women - FMhub
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indicated if a structural etiology is suspected or if symptoms persist despite appropriate initial treatment. Medical and surgical treatment options are available. Emergency interventions for severe bleeding that causes hemodynamic instability include uterine tamponade, intravenous estrogen, dilation and curettage, and uterine artery embolization.
[PDF File] ACOG Guidelines on Noncontraceptive Uses of Hormonal …
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Potential Noncontraceptive Benefits of Hormonal Contraceptives. Decreased risk of endometrial, ovarian, and colorectal cancers Improved bone mineral density in older women Induction of amenorrhea ...
[PDF File] Appendix Algorithm for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding - UI …
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One common presentation is prolonged bleeding, which follows prolonged absence of menses. Distinguish from secondary amenorrhea (regular menses followed by absent menses). Menorrhagia: The subjective complaint of heavy but regular bleeding, plus >7 days of bleeding or clots or iron deficiency anemia.
Practice Guideline: Epistaxis in Children
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Epistaxis, children, assessment, treatment Epistaxis is a common problem in the pediatric population, with the majority of cases being self-limited and managed with simple first aid measures (Siddiq & Grainger, 2015). The condition is defined as bleeding from the nostril, nasal cavity, or nasopharynx (Schechter & Stevens, 2009).
[PDF File] Amenorrhea: An Approach to Diagnosis and Management
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appropriate screening and treatment measures. Treatment goals for patients with amenorrhea may vary considerably, and depend on the patient and the specific diagnosis.
[PDF File] Diagnosis and Management of Von Willebrand Disease: …
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Desmopressin is a synthetic derivative of the antidiuretic hormone. It is used in type 1 VWD and in some patients with type 2 VWD. Desmopressin is generally adminis-tered for short periods (48 to ...
[PDF File] Hypothyroidism: Diagnosis and Treatment - AAFP
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need for referral. Early recognition of myxedema coma and appropriate treatment is essential. Most patients with subclinical hypothyroidism do not benefit from treatment unless the thyroid-stimulating
[PDF File] Tranexamic Acid (Lysteda) for Cyclic Heavy Menstrual …
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Lysteda is an oral antifibrinolytic licensed for the treatment of cyclic heavy menstrual bleed- ing (i.e., menorrhagia) of more than 80 mL per cycle. A competitive plasminogen inhibitor,
[PDF File] Dysmenorrhea - AAFP
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Volume 104, Number 2 DYSMENORRHEA 50 AFP. General Health Family and Community Medicine Residency Program.. . . . .
[PDF File] Endometriosis: Evaluation and Treatment - AAFP
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pain, dysmenorrhea, or menorrhagia compared with 20% of patients without endometriosis. 18 The Visanne Post-ap- proval Observational Study evaluated 27,840 participants
[PDF File] Evaluation and Management of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in …
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The levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system is an effective treatment for menorrhagia. Oral progesterone for 21 days per month and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are also effective.
[PDF File] CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINE THE INVESTIGATION …
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the uterus. These include new onset or worsening menorrhagia over the age of 45 years, or menorrhagia at any age with associated intermenstrual and / or postcoital bleeding, tamoxifen use, obesity and PCOS. 8. Treatment of menorrhagia should be guided by the woman’s desire for fertility, symptom severity, and personal and family medical ...
[PDF File] Uterine Fibroid Tumors: Diagnosis and Treatment - AAFP
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established, fibroid tumors are associated with menorrhagia, pelvic pain, pelvic or urinary obstructive symptoms, infertility, and pregnancy loss. Transvaginal ultrasonography, magnetic resonance ...
[PDF File] Management of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in Reproductive …
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direct the need for further investigations and treatment (Grade A; Level 4). 3. It is recommended to obtain information about the concomitant use of any medications, which may likely be the cause AUB (Grade B; Level 4). 4. In patients with AUB, any of the following criteria should be considered a positive screen for coagulopathies (Grade B ...
[PDF File] CLINICAL PRACTICE • Clinical update Dysfunctional uterine …
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Tranexamic acid (cyklokapron) is an antifibri-nolytic agent that reduces the endometrial fibrinolytic enzymes that are increased in DUB. Menstrual blood loss is reduced by 45–60%. Tranexamic acid is prescribed on only the heavy days of the menses, usually during the first 5 days. The dose prescribed is 1 g 3–4 times per day.
[PDF File] <FEFF>Diagnosis and Management of Sodium Disorders: …
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Sodium disorders are diagnosed by findings from the history, physical examination, laboratory studies, and evaluation of volume status. Treatment is based on symptoms and underlying causes. In ...
[PDF File] Diagnosis and Initial Management of Dysmenorrhea - AAFP
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Hormonal contraceptives are the first-line treatment for dysmenorrhea caused by endometriosis. Topical heat, exercise, and nutritional supplementation may be beneficial in patients who have ...
[PDF File] Evaluation and Treatment of Endometriosis - AAFP
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Endometriosis, which affects up to 10 percent of reproductive-aged women, is the presence of endometrial tissue outside of the uterine cavity. It is more common in women with pelvic pain or ...
[PDF File] Thyroiditis: Evaluation and Treatment - AAFP
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costeroids are indicated for the treatment of thyroid pain. Certain drugs may induce thyroiditis, such as amiodarone, immune checkpoint inhibitors, interleukin-2, interferon-alfa, lithium, and ...
[PDF File] EVIDENCED-BASED CLINICAL MEDICINE Abnormal …
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heavy but regular bleeding (menorrhagia), severe acute bleeding, and abnormal bleeding associated with a contraceptive method. Subsequent management involved both diagnostic and treatment interven-tions, which often occurred simultaneously. The algorithm in this article is designed to help primary
Breakthrough Bleeding on the Etonogestrel Implant (Nexplanon)
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OFFER TREATMENT OPTIONS COMBINED ORAL CONTRACEPTIVE PILLS** ONE PILL PACK Ethinyl estradiol .03 mg Levonorgestrel .15 mg (ex. Levora or Nordette) OR Ethinyl estradiol .035 mg Norgestimate .25 mg (ex. Sprintec, Ortho-Cyclen) IF SUCCESSFUL, REASSURANCE AND ENG IMPLANT REMOVAL If patient does not …
[PDF File] Uterine Fibroids: Diagnosis and Treatment - AAFP
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Ultrasonography is the recommended initial imaging modality for diagnosis of uterine fibroids. Management of uterine fibroids should be tailored to the size and location of fibroids; the patient ...
[PDF File] Practice Guidelines - AAFP
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Practice Guidelines. Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in Adolescents: ACOG Management Recommendations. Key Points for Practice • One in five adolescents with heavy menstrual bleeding has an underlying ...
[PDF File] Menorrhagia Management
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treatment of Menorrhagia. Treatment modalities for menorrhagia are given below: 1. Medical treatment: Non-hormonal: Iron supplementation is given, if the condition is coupled with anemia Tranexamic acid is a non-hormonal medication that promotes blood clotting. Dosage is 1 to 1.3g three times daily for 5
[PDF File] Dyspareunia in Women - AAFP
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Dyspareunia. in women is defined as recurrent or persistent pain with sexual activity that causes marked distress or interpersonal conflict.1 It may be classified as entry or deep. Entry ...
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