Obstetrics and Gynecology/Intermenstrual Bleeding

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Intermenstrual Bleeding is abnormal bleeding between menstrual cycles.

Differential Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

Endometrial disorders:

  • Endometrial Carcinoma
  • Endometrial Polyps

Cervical disorders:

  • Cervical Carcinoma
  • Cervical Polyps
  • Cervical Ectropion

Other Causes:

  • Contraception

Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

The diagnosis of amenorrhoea is made using the following clinical skills:

References[edit | edit source]

O'Connor, J. Pathology 2nd ed. Mosby. Edinburgh. 2002.

McCarthy, A & Hunter, B (2003) Master Medicine: Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunder

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