Disorders of the Uterus

Question 1

Inflammation of the inner layer of the uterus, the endometrium.

Answer 1

endometritis

Question 2

Condition in which the tissue that makes up the lining of the uterus, the endometrium, is found ectopically (outside the uterus); causes are unknown

Answer 2

endometriosis

Question 3

Falling or sliding of the uterus from its normal location in the body. Also called uterine prolapse.

Answer 3

hysteroptosis

Question 4

Condition in which the body of the uterus is bent backward, forming an angle with the cervix.

Answer 4

retroflexion of uterus