WGU patho D236 reproductive
A disorder in which endometrial tissue gross outside of the uterus
Endometriosis
Symptoms of this disorder include:
-pelvic pain
-Low back and abdominal pain
-Pain with a bowel movement or urination
-Excessive bleeding
-Infertility
-Fatigue
-Diarrhea
-Constipation
-Bloating or nausea especially during periods
Endometriosis
This is caused by genetics, especially TP53 inactivation.
Ovarian cancer
HE4 is the biomarker
Ovarian cancer
What is human epididymis protein 4 (HE4)?
It is a protein that is produced by most, but not all epithelial ovarian cancer cells.
What is pelvic inflammatory disease?(PID)
•An infection of the female reproductive organs.
• most often occurs when Sexually transmitted bacteria spread from your vagina to your
uterus, fallopian tubes or ovaries.
What are signs and symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease?
Can be subtle or mild,
Some women may not realize they have it until they have trouble getting pregnant or
develop chronic pelvic pain
-Abnormal or have a vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor are
-Abnormal uterine, bleeding, especially during or after intercourse or between menstrual
cycles
-Pain during intercourse
-Fever sometimes with chills
-Painful, frequent or difficult urination
What are the causes of pelvic inflammatory disease?
Gonorrhea and chlamydia are the most common cause.
What are the common most consistent symptoms of PCOS?
Infertility
Irregular menstrual cycle
Hirsutism
