Topic Info - BotMed Application

TopicName

Vaginal bleeding

ClinicalTests

hCG (pregnancy);
CBC, Ferritin (anemia);
Endometrial biopsy;

ImagingStudies

Transvaginal ultrasonography;

PhysicalExams

Vital signs; abdominal exam; complete pelvic exam.

Comment

Pre- vs. postmenopausal status, duration, amount; menstrual history and relation to last menstrual period; associated discharge, pelvic or abdominal pain, or urinary symptoms; trauma; medications (especially blood thinners, contraceptives); history of easy bleeding or bruising; history of abnormal Pap smears.

WebLink

https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0901/p1095.html