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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Symptoms: Bloating, mood swings, and breast tenderness. Diagnosis: Symptom history, menstrual diary. Treatment Options: Lifestyle changes, dietary supplements like calcium and magnesium, and medication like NSAIDs.
Anorexia Nervosa
Symptoms: Extreme thinness, intense fear of gaining weight, and restricted eating. Diagnosis: Psychological assessment, nutritional evaluation. Treatment Options: Nutritional rehabilitation, therapy, and medications like antidepressants.
Breast Cancer
Symptoms: Lump in the breast, change in breast shape, and nipple discharge. Diagnosis: Mammogram, ultrasound, and biopsy. Treatment Options: Surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy.
Ovarian Cancer
Symptoms: Abdominal bloating, quick satiety, and pelvic discomfort. Diagnosis: Pelvic exam, ultrasound, CA-125 blood test, biopsy. Treatment Options: Surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy.
Vulvar Cancer
Symptoms: Itchiness, pain, and lump on the vulva. Diagnosis: Biopsy of the vulvar tissue. Treatment Options: Surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
Osteoporosis
Symptoms: Bone fractures, loss of height, and back pain. Diagnosis: Bone density scan (DEXA). Treatment Options: Medications like bisphosphonates, lifestyle changes, and supplements like calcium and vitamin D.
Vaginismus
Symptoms: Involuntary muscle contraction causing painful intercourse. Diagnosis: Gynecological exam, patient history. Treatment Options: Therapy, vaginal dilators, and sometimes botox injections.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Symptoms: Lower abdominal pain, abnormal discharge, and painful urination. Diagnosis: Pelvic examination, STI testing, ultrasound. Treatment Options: Antibiotics, treating partner to prevent reinfection, hospitalization if severe.
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Symptoms: Fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance. Diagnosis: Blood tests for thyroid hormone levels and antibodies. Treatment Options: Thyroid hormone replacement therapy and symptom management.
Cervical Cancer
Symptoms: Abnormal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, and pain during intercourse. Diagnosis: Pap smear, HPV DNA test, colposcopy. Treatment Options: Surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy.
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Symptoms: Burning during urination, frequent urination, and urgency. Diagnosis: Urinalysis, urine culture. Treatment Options: Antibiotics, increased fluid intake, and urinary analgesics.
Endometriosis
Symptoms: Painful periods, pain during intercourse, and infertility. Diagnosis: Pelvic exam, ultrasound, and sometimes laparoscopy. Treatment Options: Pain relievers, hormone therapy, and surgical options.
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
Symptoms: Vaginal discharge, odor, and irritation. Diagnosis: Vaginal pH test, microscopy of vaginal fluid. Treatment Options: Antibiotic medication, probiotics, and avoiding douching.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Symptoms: Persistent fatigue, sleep abnormalities, and joint pain. Diagnosis: Exclusion of other causes of fatigue, assessment of symptoms. Treatment Options: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), graded exercise therapy (GET), and symptom management.
Uterine Fibroids
Symptoms: Heavy menstrual bleeding, prolonged periods, and pelvic pain. Diagnosis: Ultrasound or MRI. Treatment Options: Medications, uterine fibroid embolization, and surgery.
Polymenorrhea
Symptoms: Menstrual cycles less than 21 days apart, frequent periods. Diagnosis: Menstrual history, lab tests, ultrasound. Treatment Options: Hormonal contraceptives, treatment of underlying cause, and lifestyle modifications.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Symptoms: Fatigue, joint pain, and rash. Diagnosis: ANA blood test, clinical evaluation. Treatment Options: Antimalarials, corticosteroids, and immunosuppressants.
Premature Ovarian Failure (POF)
Symptoms: Irregular or skipped periods, hot flashes, and infertility. Diagnosis: Blood tests for FSH, estradiol levels. Treatment Options: Hormone replacement therapy, IVF with donor eggs, and calcium/vitamin D supplements.
Migraine
Symptoms: Severe headache, sensitivity to light/sound, and nausea. Diagnosis: Clinical history, ruling out other headache disorders. Treatment Options: Medications like triptans, preventative treatments, and lifestyle changes.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Symptoms: Irregular periods, hirsutism, and obesity. Diagnosis: Ultrasound and hormone levels. Treatment Options: Lifestyle changes, medication like metformin, and hormonal contraceptives.
Preeclampsia
Symptoms: High blood pressure, protein in urine, and swelling of hands and feet. Diagnosis: Blood pressure measurement, urine protein testing. Treatment Options: Close monitoring, medication, and sometimes early delivery.
Interstitial Cystitis (IC)
Symptoms: Pelvic pain, frequent urination, and pain during sexual intercourse. Diagnosis: Urinalysis, cystoscopy, and potassium sensitivity test. Treatment Options: Oral medications, bladder instillations, and dietary changes.
Lichen Sclerosus
Symptoms: White patches, itching, and painful sex. Diagnosis: Exam of the vulva, biopsy. Treatment Options: Corticosteroid creams, ultraviolet light therapy, and circumcision for men.
Fibromyalgia
Symptoms: Widespread muscle pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Diagnosis: Clinical criteria, ruling out other conditions. Treatment Options: Medications like pregabalin and duloxetine, exercise, and stress-reduction techniques.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Symptoms: Joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. Diagnosis: Blood tests for antibodies, joint imaging. Treatment Options: Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), biologics, and physical therapy.
Postpartum Depression
Symptoms: Severe mood swings, excessive crying, and difficulty bonding with baby. Diagnosis: Clinical evaluation, depression screening tests. Treatment Options: Counseling, antidepressant medication, hormone therapy.
Menopause
Symptoms: Hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes. Diagnosis: Clinical evaluation of symptoms, sometimes blood tests for hormone levels. Treatment Options: Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), lifestyle changes, and medication for symptoms.
Gestational Diabetes
Symptoms: Often asymptomatic, may include increased thirst and urination. Diagnosis: Oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) during pregnancy. Treatment Options: Dietary modifications, monitoring blood glucose, insulin therapy if needed.
Turner Syndrome
Symptoms: Short stature, delayed puberty, and infertility. Diagnosis: Chromosomal analysis (karyotyping). Treatment Options: Growth hormone therapy, estrogen replacement, and fertility treatment.
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