Female Reproductive System Flashcards
Fallopian Tubes
A tube that transports ova to the uturus.
Ovaries
The usually paired female reproductive organ that produces ova.
FEMALE SECONDARY SEX CHARACTERISTIC!
Uterus
A hollow muscular organ located in the pelvic cavity of female in which the fertilized egg implants and develops.
Cervix
The narrow outer end of the uterus.
Vagina
Receives sperm and acts as the birth canal.
Hymen
Membrane covering the opening of the female system.
Labia
Any of the 4 folds of tissue of the female external genitalia.
Clitoris
A small elongated highly sensitive erectile organ.
Tubal Ligation
A method of female sterilization in which the fallopian tubes are surgically tied.
Ovulation
The discharge of an ova from the ovary.
Menstruation
The break down of the uterine lining.
Menopause
The period marked by the natural and permanent cessation of menstruation, occurring usually between the ages of 45-55.
Dysmenorrhea
Painful menstruation
Amenorrhea
Abnormal menstration
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Inflammation of the female genital tract.