What are some common gynecological conditions and their diagnostic criteria?
- Endometriosis: Diagnosed through patient history, pelvic exam, imaging studies, and sometimes confirmed via laparoscopy. - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Diagnosed based on criteria such as irregular menstrual cycles, hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound. - Uterine Fibroids: Diagnosed through pelvic examination and confirmed with ultrasound or MRI. - Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): Diagnosed based on clinical symptoms, pelvic exam findings, and sometimes supported by imaging or laboratory tests. - Cervical Dysplasia: Detected through abnormal Pap smear results and confirmed with colposcopy and biopsy.
