Diseases Of The Reproductive System KEY TERMS Flashcards
What is Agalactia?
Agalactia refers to the absence of milk production in mammals.
What is Anasarca?
Anasarca is a severe and generalized edema or swelling in the body.
What is Androgen?
Androgen is a male sex hormone, such as testosterone.
What is Cryptorchid?
Cryptorchid refers to a condition where one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum.
What is Endometritis?
Endometritis is the inflammation of the inner lining of the uterus.
What is Galactostasis?
Galactostasis is the condition of milk stasis in the mammary glands.
What is Gynecomastia?
Gynecomastia is the enlargement of breast tissue in males.
What is Hyperplasia?
Hyperplasia is an increase in the number of cells in a tissue or organ.
What is Myelosuppression?
Myelosuppression is the decrease in bone marrow activity, leading to reduced blood cell production.
What is Ovarohysterectomy?
Ovarohysterectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the ovaries and uterus.
What is Pedunculated?
Pedunculated refers to a growth or tumor that is attached by a stalk.
