Female Reproductive System Flashcards

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Fallopian Tubes

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A tube that transports ova to the uturus.

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Ovaries

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The usually paired female reproductive organ that produces ova.
FEMALE SECONDARY SEX CHARACTERISTIC!

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Uterus

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A hollow muscular organ located in the pelvic cavity of female in which the fertilized egg implants and develops.

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Cervix

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The narrow outer end of the uterus.

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Vagina

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Receives sperm and acts as the birth canal.

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Hymen

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Membrane covering the opening of the female system.

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Labia

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Any of the 4 folds of tissue of the female external genitalia.

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Clitoris

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A small elongated highly sensitive erectile organ.

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Tubal Ligation

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A method of female sterilization in which the fallopian tubes are surgically tied.

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Ovulation

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The discharge of an ova from the ovary.

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Menstruation

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The break down of the uterine lining.

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Menopause

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The period marked by the natural and permanent cessation of menstruation, occurring usually between the ages of 45-55.

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Dysmenorrhea

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Painful menstruation

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Amenorrhea

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Abnormal menstration

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14
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)

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Inflammation of the female genital tract.

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15
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Endometriosis

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A condition, usually resulting in pain and dysmenorrhea, that is characterized by the abnormal occurrence of functional endometrial tissue outside the uterus.

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PMS

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Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Physical and emotional discomfort before a menstruation cycle.

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TSS

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Toxic Shock Syndrome
When a tampon is left in too long, bad effects start to happen.
(6-8 hours)