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Society for Endocrinology BES 2016

Brighton, UK
07 Nov 2016 - 09 Nov 2016

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Clinical Management Workshops

Workshop 4: How do I manage…(Supported by Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Case Reports)

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How should I counsel a young woman with PCOS about fertility?

Franks Stephen

Fertility problems in women with PCOS are by no means inevitable. Indeed women who have symptoms of PCOS have at least one child just as often as those who do not have PCOS. But there is no doubt that women with PCOS who have oligo- or amenorrhoea are likely to require induction of ovulation and, in these circumstances, the sooner they seek the appropriate treatment for induction of ovulation, the better the chances of a timely pregnancy....

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How long should I treat prolactinoma?

Ahlquist James

Many patients taking medical therapy for a prolactinoma may assume that they need treatment for life. In reality it is often possible to stop treatment after a while.In considering whether to stop treatment of a prolactinoma, it is helpful first to review the diagnosis and clarify whether the patient has a prolactinoma. Hyperprolactinaemia has many causes, and some patients are treated without a secure diagnosis of prolactinoma.For...

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How do I manage hypothalamic amenorrhoea?

Crown Anna

‘Functional’ hypothalamic amenorrhoea (FHA) is a common cause of secondary amenorrhoea. A focused history should include a full menstrual history (including hormonal contraception); diet, weight and exercise (including any eating disorder); any significant stressors; the woman’s current situation in relation to contraception and fertility plans; a personal or family history of a lack of sense of smell (suggesting Kallmann syndrome); and any family history of del...