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  • Notes
  • Curriculum
    • Topics to cover before exams…
    • Curriculum (GPTQ)
    • RACGP Curriculum (2022)
  • Exam Prep
    • Practice Exams
    • Clinical Competency Examination (CCE)
    • KFP Public Reports
    • KFPs
  • Calculators
    • Age Calculator
    • BMI Calculator
    • ideal body weight
    • Iron Dose Needed
    • MEC Wheel
    • Peads Calculator
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  • GYNECOLOGY

    Adenomyosis 

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Amenorrhea

    Amenorrhea, the absence of menstruation, can be The evaluation involves…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Amenorrhea – differentials

    Primary Amenorrhea: Secondary Amenorrhea:

  • GYNECOLOGY,  STDs

    Bacterial vaginosis 

  • CANCER,  GYNECOLOGY

    Breast cancer

    Risk Factors Screening Clinical features Examination Investigations   Triple test…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Breast Lumps

    Common % Mammary Dysplasia 32 Fibroadenoma 23 Cancer 22 Cysts…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Breast pain (Mastalgia)

    – common problem, 50% breast problems in GP, 14% referral…

  • CANCER,  GYNECOLOGY

    Cervical Cancer

    Risks Natural history of cervical dysplasia Presentation Management Cervical screening…

  • GYNECOLOGY,  STDs

    Cervicitis 

    Possible Causes The most common causes of cervicitis include: Less…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Contraception

    Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill (COCP) Progestin Only Pill (minipill) Implanon-NXT…

  • GYNECOLOGY,  MEDICATIONS

    Contraceptive Methods, Bleeding Patterns

    1. Normal Menstrual Physiology – the “benchmark” Phase Dominant hormone…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Dysfunctional uterine bleeding 

    Term Abnormal uterine bleeding pattern Oligomenorrhea Bleeding occurs at intervals…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Dysmenorrhea

      BPS/ interstitial cystitis IBS irritable bowel syndrome Pelvic floor…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Dyspareunia

    Differential Diagnosis To reach the exact diagnosis of dyspareunia is…

  • CANCER,  GYNECOLOGY

    Endometrial Cancer

    Postmenopausal Bleeding = Endometrial cancer until proven otherwise.   ABNORMAL VAGINAL…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Endometriosis 

    Dysmenorrhoea + menorrhagia + abdo/pelvic pain

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Fibroid uterus (leiomyoma) 

  • ENDOCRINE,  GYNECOLOGY

    Galactorrhea 

    Hyperprolactinemia

  • GYNECOLOGY

    HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY (HRT)

    BENEFITS RISKS – Reduces bowel cancer – Increased endometrial Ca…

  • GYNECOLOGY,  MEN' HEALTH,  RENAL

    Incontinence

    DIfferentials – DIAPPERS Other conditions to consider include: Red Flags…

  • GYNECOLOGY,  MEN' HEALTH,  RENAL

    Incontinence (short)

    Workup Indications for specialist Treatment “feeling dry, being natural, not…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Infertility (female)

    Etiology of Female Infertility Epidemiology Pathophysiology of Female Infertility Anovulation…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Interstitial cystitis (IC)/bladder pain syndrome (BPS)

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Menopause/perimenopause 

    Stages of Menopause: Stopping Contraception at (and after) the Menopausal…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Mittelschmerz

    Definition/Introduction: Issues of Concern: Clinical Significance:

  • CANCER,  GYNECOLOGY

    Ovarian Cancer

    Adnexal mass DDx Risk Factors Protective factors Presentation Genitourinary symptoms…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Ovarian cysts

    Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled structures that may be simple or…

  • CANCER,  GYNECOLOGY

    Pagets disease of the nipple

    Symptoms  pagets eczema Erythematous, scaly, crusty, and thickened plaque-like lesionerythematous…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Pelvic Actinomycosis 

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Pelvic congestion syndrome 

    Pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) is a chronic condition characterized by…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Pelvic floor dysfunction

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Pelvic Pain

    Most likely Serious disorders The evil quintuplet Pitfalls

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

    Oligomenorrhoea Definition: Infrequent menstrual bleeding defined as < 9 spontaneous…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Premature ovarian failure 

    Causes Clinical presentation Physical examination Diagnosis Tests Management

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Pudendal nerve entrapment

  • GYNECOLOGY

    quick note – contraception

    1. Quick-Start & “When Effective?” Table Method Cycle day(s) you…

  • GYNECOLOGY,  MEDICATIONS

    UKMEC guide

    Category 4 do not initiate or continue; choose a non-hormonal…

  • GYNECOLOGY,  STDs

    Vaginal thrush

    Cause Symptoms Special considerations Diagnosis Treatment advice Principal treatment option…

  • GYNECOLOGY

    Vulval/vaginal disorders 

    Cervical polyp Valval Dermatoses Vulval irritants Lichen sclerosis  Vaginal prolapse…