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2.12.13
sexuality and men/women's health
28
Nursing
Undergraduate 3
03/13/2013

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Term
benigne prostatic hyperplasia

prostate cancer risk?
Definition
Benign enlargement of the prostate gland.
Most common urologic problem in adult males.
not increase risk of prostate cancer
Term
BPH

s/s
complications
Definition
Obstructive : difficulty initiating voiding, decrease in the force of the urinary stream, intermittent starting and stopping the flow of urine and dribbling at the end of urination. Irritative: urinary frequency, urgency, dysuria, bladder pain, nocturia, and incontinence associated with inflammation or infection.
Complications: Urinary obstruction, increased incidence of urinary tract infections (UTI) and damage to the kidney resulting in renal failure.
Term
bph 3 goals of collabritive care
Definition
Restore bladder draining

Relieve the patient’s symptoms

Prevent or treat the complications of BPH

Conservative initial treatment “watchful waiting” for mild symptoms is a “wait and see” approach.
Term
6 at home changes for BPH tx
Definition
Decreasing caffeine and alcohol intake
Decreasing the use of artificial sweeteners
Limiting spicy or acidic foods
Limiting evening fluid intake
Other interventions
Avoiding decongestants and anticholinergics
Set up a timed voiding schedule
Term
diet associated w prostate cancer
Definition
Dietary factors associated with prostate cancer include increased intake of red meat and high fat dairy products with low intake of fruits and vegetables.
Term
abnormal prostate on a DRE
Definition
abnormal prostate may feel hard, nodular and asymmetric.
Term
consertative TX for prostate cancer
Definition
Watchful waiting or active surveillance” is appropriate when there is a life expectancy of less than 10 years or the presence of a low grade low stage tumor. Monitoring involves DRE and PSA.
Term
hydrocyele
Definition
Non-tender fluid filled mass that results from interference with lymphatic drainage from the scrotum and swelling that surrounds the testis
Term
hydroceyle TX
Definition
Generally no treatment indicated unless the mass becomes large and uncomfortable then treated by aspiration or surgical drainage.
Term
varicocycle
Definition
Dilation of the veins that drain the testes. Usually located on the left side of the scrotum as a consequence of retrograde blood flow from the left renal vein. May be associated with infertility in the male partner as the varicose vein produces heat and may decrease sperm counts
Term
symptoms of testicular cancer
Definition
Non-tender and firm scrotal mass
Scrotal swelling
Feeling of scrotal heaviness
Dull ache or heavy sensation in the lower abdomen
Metastasis symptoms may include back pain, cough, dyspnea, hemoptysis, dysphagia, alterations in vision or mental status and seizures.
Term
tx of testicular cancer
Definition
Surgical removal of the testis (Orchiectomy).
Term
vasectomy facts
Definition
Bilateral surgical ligation or resection of the vas deferens.
30 minute surgical procedure under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting.
Term
Not effective immediately and requires 10-30 ejaculations for the semen to be completely free of sperm.
Vasectomy does not effect production of hormones, ability to ejaculate, or ability to have an erection or orgasm.
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Definition
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Term
vasectomy post op
Definition
Postoperative complications include swelling and potential for hematoma formation (ice packs and scrotal support).
Term
Pre menstral syndrome
Definition
A symptom complex related to the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle.

May be related to hormonal imbalances and nutritional deficiencies
Term
PMD-D
Definition
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder is the term applied to a certain type of PMS which includes a severe mood disorder in addition to PMS symptoms.
Term
dysmennoherra
Definition
Abdominal cramping pain or discomfort associated with menstrual flow.Beings 12-24 hours before the onset of menses and rarely lasts for more than 2 days.
Term
dysmennoherra causes
Definition
excess of prostaglandins which increase myometrial contractions and cause constriction of small endometrial blood vessels resulting in ischemia and pain
Term
tx foe dysmennhorea
Definition
Oral Contraceptives decrease endometrial hyperplasia.
Avoid constipation, maintain good body mechanics, eliminate stress and fatigue and stay active help decrease symptoms.
Term
Oligomenorrhea
Definition
long intervals between menses generally greater than 35 days.
Term
Menorrhagia
Definition
Menorrhagia : excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding.
Check Hgb and Hct in women with menorrhagia to rule out anemia.
Term
Metorrhagia
Definition
Metorrhagia : irregular bleeding or bleeding between menses.
Term
tx for
Oligomenorrhea:
Menorrhagia
Metorrhagia
Definition
Treatment may include oral contraceptives.
Term
menopause
Definition
cessation of menses associated with declining ovarian function. Considered complete after one year of amenorrhea. Until this point menstrual flow is increased/decreased/and/or irregular.


Diagnosed by diminished estrogen levels and increased FSH levels.
Term
pid most common cased by and causes
Definition
Most common cause is the result of an untreated sexually transmitted infection ( not all are) and is the primary cause of female infertility as the result of adhesions and scarring of the fallopian tubes.
Term
TX for PID
Definition
Treated with broad spectrum antibiotics such as cefoxitin (Mefoxin) and doxycycline (Vibramycin) to provide broad coverage. Rest and fluids. Partner must be referred for evaluation and treatment
Term
endomitriosis
Definition
The presence of normal endometrial tissue in sites outside the endometrial cavity. More prevalent in Asian American women. The tissue responds to hormones of the ovarian cycle and undergoes a mini-menstrual cycle resulting in adhesions and scarring. May cause considerable pain and fertility issues. Nodules in the ovaries are called “Chocolate cysts” because of the thick chocolate colored fluid they contain.
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