A nulliparous 53-year-old woman is in the clinic complaining of lower abdominal fullness,heavy menses,and severe menstrual cramping.What treatment does the nurse anticipate for this woman?

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These are symptoms of a uterine leiomyoma (fibroid).The medical treatment includes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs,oral contraceptives,and Lupron.Ovarian cysts often resolve spontaneously.For ovarian cancer,a complete hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oopherectomy is the procedure of choice.Because some of these symptoms are also seen in ovarian cancer,the nurse should be sure to assess the patient further.

A Nulliparous 53-Year-Old Woman Is in the Clinic Complaining of Lower