A resource for key pathology & clinical concepts throughout the course, compiled from online resources and lecture material.

Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding (DUB)

• List the causes of abnormal uterine bleeding.
• Case: 15 y/o girl presents with menstrual cycles every 2-3 months, what is your approach?
• Case: 15 y/o girl presents with monthly menstruation that is heavy and contains many clots & her gums bleed when she brushes her teeth, what tests would you order and why?
• Case: 30 y/o lady with heavy menstruation that has some clots and regular cycles that last for 9 days. All workup is negative, no pathology is found. She does not want kids in the next 3-4 years but plans on having children after that. 1. What is the most likely diagnosis? 2. What treatment would be most appropriate?