1
Q
How do estrogen/progestin OCPs inhibit pregnancy?
A
Inhibit LH/FSH, thereby inhibiting estrogen/LH surge, this prevents ovulation.
Increase thickness of cervical mucus.
Inhibit endometrial proliferation.
2
Q
OCPs are contraindicated in what patient population?
A
Smokers >35 y/o
Migraines w/ aura
Hx of clots
Gallbladder dz
3
Q
How does a copper IUD inhibit pregnancy?
A
Spermicide
Life Cycles
flashcards
Decks in class (27)
# Cards
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Vulva Disorders13
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Vagina Disorders7
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Cervix Disorders11
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Uterine Disorders31
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Ovarian Disorders37
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Genital Embryology16
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Disorders of Sexual Development34
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Congenital Gynecologic Defects11
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Pharmacology37
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Penis Disorders8
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Testis, Scrotal Sac, and Epididymis Diseases37
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Prostate8
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Spermatogenesis/Oogenesis15
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Menstrual cycle19
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Reproductive Disorders27
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Contraception3
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Breast Histology/Benign Disease30
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Breast Development/Physiology19
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Lactation14
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Malignant Breast Disease24
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Fertilization11
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Implantation16
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Maternal Physiology38
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Pregnancy Endocrinology66
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Placenta Pathology25
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Pharmacology During Pregnancy16
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Twinning6
