The most common gynecologic problems in diabetic women
Authors:
Zuzana Nižňanská; Zuzana Kosibová; Bianka Némethová
Authors‘ workplace:
I. gynekologicko-pôrodnícka klinika LF UK a UNB, Bratislava
Published in:
Forum Diab 2015; 4(2): 135-139
Category:
Main Theme: Review
Overview
An analysis of specific gynecologic problems in diabetic women is done. Higher incidence of vulvovaginitis is connected with local factors and local immunity changes and diabetes compensation. Early diagnosis and treatment diminishes the risk of recidives and pelvic inflammatory diseases with negative influence for future fertility. Menstrual cycle disorders in diabetic women is of dysfunctional origin, linked to other endocrinopathy or hyperandrogenism. Contraception is important for family planning at the time of best diabetes compensation. Wide scale of contraceptives is available. Attention is pointed to a choice due to health condition and patients requirements. Early solution of gynecologic problems in diabetic women leads to fertility preservation.
Key words:
contraception – diabetes mellitus – menstrual cycle disorders – vulvovaginitis
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