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A 42 year old overweight smoker attends with heavy periods. A scan reveals a normal uterus. She would like a long term treatment with minimal side effects that would offer treatment for menorrhagia and provide contraception. She is unsure whether she would like more children. She is adamant that she does not want surgery, as she is terrified of the prospect. What is the most appropriate management option for her?
A 42 year old overweight smoker attends with heavy periods. A scan reveals a normal uterus. She woul...
INTRAUTERINE or SYSTEMIC PROGESTERONE - this is the most appropriate for her as she does not want surgery. This will offer her both contraception and a reduction in bleeding. she can use a progesterone only pill or the Mirena coil (an intrauterine device impregnated with progesterone). Because of her risk factors (weight, age and smoking habits) she is not suitable for the combined oral contraception pill.
In the menstrual cycle, which hormone causes the surge that stimulates ovulation?
In the menstrual cycle, which hormone causes the surge that stimulates ovulation?
LH (luteinising hormone) - produced by the anterior pituitary gland, causes ovulation to occur and peaks 18 hours prior to release of the ovum. It is released by GnRH (gonadotrophin-releasing hormone) from the hypothalamus.
In the menstrual cycle which hormones are released by the pituitary gland?
In the menstrual cycle which hormones are released by the pituitary gland?
LH and FSH - secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.
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