Category Archives: podcast

Adnexal Masses

An ovarian cyst was removed during a hysterectomy

An ovarian cyst was removed during a hysterectomy

 

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Today, I’ll discuss the evaluation and management of adnexal masses, including ovarian cysts, endometriomas and ovarian cancer.

 

Breast Disorders


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This afternoon, I’m discussing breast disorders, including pubertal changes and adolescent breast problems, supernumerary breasts and nipples, inverted nipples and nipple discharge. I’ll discuss cyclic and non-cyclic breast pain and their management. I’ll consider Paget’s disease, breast lumps, cysts, and fibroadenomas. Finally, I’ll talk about breast cancer and breast cancer detection strategies.

 

Six Life-Threatening Obstetrical Emergencies

With ruptured membranes, the pH will be brilliant blue, indicating alkaline.

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Today I’ll review the obstetrical symptoms of vaginal bleeding, decreased fetal movement, contractions, fluid loss, headache, and that ominous catch-all, “I just don’t feel very well.”

What these all have in common, is that they are common, usually innocent, and occasionally life-threatening. The other thing they all have in common is that they are a “today” emergency…in other words, whenever you encounter any of those symptoms, they should be evaluated today, not tomorrow or next week, or at the next prenatal visit.