Symptoms / Diagnosis
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Information about the basics of puberty and menstruation, as well as the symptoms of menstrual cycle disorders such as PMS, PMDD, abnormal uterine bleeding, premature ovarian failure, and perimenopause. Also covers diagnostic tests and procedures including how to track your periods and when you should have a Pap smear.
Symptoms
A review of the symptoms of menstrual cycle disorders. Covers menstrual cramps, PMS and PMDD, endometriosis, and uterine fibroid tumors, as well as other pelvic health diseases.
Puberty
A review of the physical and emotional changes that occur during puberty, as well as a look at words you should know about this stage of reproductive development in girls.
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
A review of menstrual cycle disorders classified as abnormal uterine bleeding. Includes information about various types of abnormal uterine bleeding.
- Types of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- What is Severe Acute Bleeding?
- What is Anovulatory Bleeding?
- What is Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding?
Premenstrual Syndrome/Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
A review of the diagnostic criteria required for a diagnosis of premenstrual syndrome or PMS and premenstrual dysphoric disorder or PMDD. Covers the physical and emotional symptoms of PMS and PMDD.
Pelvic Health Diseases
A review of the symptoms and diagnostic procedures for pelvic health diseases in women. Covers pelvic health diseases including cervical polyps, benign uterine fibroid tumors, and other women's reproductive health issues.
Diagnosis
Covers the the diagnosis of menstrual cycle disorders, as well as the importance of keeping a menstrual cycle calendar and when you should have gynecological examinations and Pap smears.
