Obstetrics and Gynecology/Vulval Itch

Differential Diagnosis

Local causes

• Dystrophy
• Allergy
• Carcinoma
• Infection

Systemic Causes

• Diabetes mellitus
• Psoriasis
• Eczema

Diagnosis

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

• Gynecological History Taking
• Gynecological Examination
• Gynecological Investigations

References

• O'Connor, J. Pathology 2nd ed. Mosby. Edinburgh. 2002.
• McCarthy, A & Hunter, B (2003) Master Medicine: Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunder
• www.gpnotebook.co.uk