Gynecology: practice question

A OBG question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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OBG · Gynecology

Sample item

A patient reports menstrual periods that are abnormally heavy and interfere with daily activities. Which term best describes this complaint?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Heavy menstrual bleeding

This item reviews Gynecology; Heavy menstrual bleeding is the best answer because it directly fits the maternal or pediatric pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Heavy menstrual bleeding (correct)

    Correct. Heavy menstrual bleeding matches the defining feature.

  • B. Painful intercourse

    Painful intercourse does not fit the stated presentation.

  • C. Pelvic infection

    Pelvic infection is not supported by the key finding.

  • D. Amenorrhea

    Amenorrhea is plausible but not the single best answer.

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What is the answer to this OBG question?

The best answer is A, Heavy menstrual bleeding. This item reviews Gynecology; Heavy menstrual bleeding is the best answer because it directly fits the maternal or pediatric pattern described.

Why is "Painful intercourse" not the answer?

Painful intercourse does not fit the stated presentation.

Why is "Pelvic infection" not the answer?

Pelvic infection is not supported by the key finding.

Why is "Amenorrhea" not the answer?

Amenorrhea is plausible but not the single best answer.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Gynecology in OBG. The correct option holds because: Correct. Heavy menstrual bleeding matches the defining feature.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Gynecology?

Learn management algorithms as steps: PPH, eclampsia, ectopic pregnancy. Then use the flashcards and the other OBG questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.