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HTHS 1101 Unit 12 Words for Brainscape 2024 - Full Word List Flashcards

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abortifacient

A

substance that speeds or promotes abortion

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abortion

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early termination of a pregnancy

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abruptio placentae

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separation of the placenta from the uterine wall before birth

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abstinence

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refraining from something (in this case, sexual intercourse)

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amastia

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failure of breast tissue to develop

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amenorrhea

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failure of menstruation to occur

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amniocentesis

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sampling amniotic fluid during pregnancy

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amnion

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one of the membranes surrounding the developing fetus

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amniorrhea

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abnormal flow of amniotic fluid

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amniorrhexis

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rupture of the amniotic sac (“breaking water”)

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amnioscope

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instrument for looking inside the amniotic sac

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amnioscopy

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process of looking inside the amniotic sac

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amniotomy

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cutting into the amniotic sac

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anomaly

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a person, structure, or process that is out of the ordinary

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anorchidism

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condition of no testis

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anovulation

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condition of no ovulation

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antepartum

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time period before birth

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antral

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ovarian follicles in a resting state and visible by ultrasound (i.e. 2-9 mm diameter)

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areola

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pigmented area around the nipple

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aspermia

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no sperm

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azoospermia

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no living (moving) sperm

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balanitis

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inflammation of the glans penis

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balanoplasty

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surgical revision of the glans penis

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balanorrhea

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abnormal flow (discharge) from the glans penis

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Bartholin glands

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glands in the female vagina that produce a lubricating fluid (analogous to male bulbourethral gland)

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blastocele

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fluid-filled cavity inside the embryo at the blastocyst stage

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blastocyst

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stage of embryonic development where the embryo forms a fluid-filled cavity (about 5-6 days after fertilization)

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bradytocia

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abnormally slow process of childbirth

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bulbourethral

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glands found next to the urethra in the male; also called Cowper’s gland; produce Cowper’s fluid (“pre-cum”)

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cardiotocograph

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instrument for recording the child’s heartbeat during childbirth

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cephalopelvic

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pertaining to the head of the baby in relationship to the pelvis of the mother

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cervicectomy

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surgical removal of the cervix

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cervicitis

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inflammation of the cervix

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cervicocolpitis

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inflammation of the cervix and vagina

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cervicodynia

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pain in the cervix

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cervicography

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procedure for photographing the cervix after application of acetic acid (vinegar)

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cervicovaginitis

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inflammation of the cervix and vagina

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cervix

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the opening of the uterus into the vagina

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cesarean section

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childbirth performed with surgical methods

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chancre

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ulcer on the genitalia caused by syphilis

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Chlamydia

A

bacterial genus causing a sexually transmitted disease or the disease caused by this organism

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chorioamnionitis

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inflammation of the fetal chorion and amniotic sac

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chorioangioma

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tumor of the blood vessels supplying the chorion

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choriocarcinoma

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cancerous tumor of the chorion

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chorion

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outermost membrane surrounding the embryo; contributes to the formation of the placenta

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chorionitis

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inflammation of the fetal chorion

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circumcision

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removal of the foreskin

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clitoris

A

erectile, sexually responsive tissue in the female

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coitus

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the process of sexual intercourse

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colpitis

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inflammation of the vagina

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colpocystitis

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inflammation of the vagina and bladder

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colpopexy

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surgical fixation of the vagina

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colpoplasty

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surgical revision of the vagina

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colpoptosis

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drooping (displacement) of the vagina

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colposcope

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instrument for looking inside the vulva at the vagina and cervix

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colposcopy

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process of looking inside vulva at the vagina and cervix

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colpostenosis

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narrowing of the vagina

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conception

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the process of fertilization; when sperm meets egg

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condom

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device for preventing the emission of sperm by covering the penis

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congenital

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occurring or apparent at birth

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contraception

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a drug or device that reduces the rate of conception

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contraction

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shortening of a muscle (in this context, especially uterine smooth muscle)

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corpora cavernosum

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erectile tissue in the male penis forming the bulk of the penis

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corpora albicans

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remnant of a shed egg seen on the surface of the ovary

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corpus hemorrhagicum

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remnant of a shed egg seen on the surface of the ovary with evident blood

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corpus luteum

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remnant of a shed egg seen on the surface of the ovary which secretes hormones for about two weeks after the egg is shed

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corpus spongiosum

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erectile tissue in the male penis surrounding the urethra

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cremaster

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muscle that covers the testes and spermatic cord in males

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cryptorchidism

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condition of hidden testis (i.e. undescended testis)

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cytomegalovirus

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virus related to herpes that can cause birth defects

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dartos

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muscle that underlies the scrotum or labia majora

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decidua

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inner lining of uterus that is shed during childbirth

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dermoid cyst

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common congenital cyst

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dizygotic

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type of twin that results from two zygotes; fraternal twins

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dysmenorrhea

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abnormally painful menstrual flow

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dyspareunia

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pain during sexual intercourse

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dysplasia

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malformation of a structure

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dystocia

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difficulty during the process of childbirth

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eclampsia

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seizures resulting from high blood pressure with pregnancy

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ectoderm

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one of the layers of the developing embryo which forms epidermis and nervous tissue

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ectopic

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development of an embryo anywhere except the uterine lining

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ejaculation

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emission of semen as the result of sexual stimulation

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embryonic

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pertaining to the first 10 weeks after conception

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endocervicitis

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inflammation of the lining of the cervical canal

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endoderm

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one of the layers of the developing embryo which forms the gastrointestinal tract, lungs, and urinary system

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endometriosis

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displacement of the inner lining of the uterus to places where it does not belong

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endometritis

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inflammation of the inner lining of the uterus

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endometrium

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the inner lining of the uterus

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epididymectomy

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surgical removal of the epididymis

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epididymis

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the “waiting room” where sperm go to mature between being made in the testes and ejaculated

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epididymitis

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inflammation of the epididymis

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epididymo-orchitis

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inflammation of the epididymis and testes

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epididymotomy

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cutting into the epididymis

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episiorrhaphy

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suturing the opening of the vulva near the perineum, especially to repair episiotomy

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episiostenosis

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narrowing of the opening of the vulva

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episiotomy

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cutting into the opening of the vulva near the perineum (to decrease the chance that these structures will tear)

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erectile

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tissues that fill with blood during sexual arousal

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eutocia

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perfect process of childbirth

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extraembryonic

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membranes outside the embryo

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fecund

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fertile or productive

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fecundability

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ability to bear children

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fertilization

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the union of a spermatozoon with a female egg, producing a zygote

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fertilized

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an egg which has united with a spermatozoon

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fetometry

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process of measuring a fetus

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fimbria

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finger-like extensions of the uterine (Fallopian) tubes; help move the egg shed from the ovary into the tube

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fraternal

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type of twin that results from two zygotes; share the same amount of DNA as any two non-twin siblings

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gastrulation

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the process of infolding in the human embryo that forms three layers; occurs at about day 16 after fertilization or day 30 after the last menstrual period

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gestation

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the process of carrying a fetus

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glans

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the pigmented, enlarged end of the male penis or female clitoris

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gonad

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an organ of sexual reproduction

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gonadarche

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the beginning of gonadal development

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gonadotropin

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a hormone which acts on the gonads

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gonorrhea

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a sexually transmitted disease characterized by abnormal flow from the gonads

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granulosa

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description of small, scattered cells in a tissue

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gravida

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number of pregnancies

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gravidarum

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associated with pregnancy or pregnant persons

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gravidity

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number of pregnancies (compare to parity)

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gynecologist

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medical specialist who studies the female reproductive system

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gynecology

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medical specialty of female reproduction

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gynecomastia

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enlarged breasts in the male

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hematosalpinx

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blood in the uterine (Fallopian) tubes

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hemorrhagicum

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pertaining to blood

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hermaphrodite

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a person who has congenital external characteristics that lie between male and female; intersex

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herpes

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virus that infects the nervous system, often lying dormant for years

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hydrocele

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a fluid-filled sac inside the scrotum

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hydrocelectomy

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surgical removal of a hydrocele

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hydrosalpinx

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a fluid-filled sac in the wall of the uterine (Fallopian) tube

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hymen

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thin membrane covering the female vulva at birth

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hyperadrogenism

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condition of high male hormone levels

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hypermastia

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condition of excessively large breasts

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hypomastia

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condition of excessively small breasts

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hysteralgia

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pain in the uterus

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hysterectomy

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surgical removal of the uterus

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hysterocele

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herniation of the uterus

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hysterodynia

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pain in the uterus

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hysterography

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procedure for imaging the uterus, especially as part of a fertility test

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hysteropexy

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surgical fixation of the uterus

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hysteroptosis

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drooping (displacement) of the uterus

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hysterorrhexis

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rupture of the uterus

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hysterosalpingectomy

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surgical removal of the uterus and uterine (Fallopian) tubes

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hysterosalpingogram

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x-ray image of the uterus and uterine (Fallopian) tubes

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hysteroscope

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instrument for looking inside the uterus

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hysteroscopy

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process of looking inside the uterus

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hysterotomy

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cutting into the uterus

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implantation

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the process of an embryo burrowing into the uterine wall; occurs at about 6 days after fertilization or about 20 days after last period

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in vitro

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occurring in a laboratory

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infertile

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unable to bear children

148
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infertility

A

inability to conceive offspring

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inhibin

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hormone that acts to reduce gonadotropin secretion

150
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intersex

A

an individual who does not perfectly fit the anatomical definition of “male” or “female” which predominates in their society

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intraepithelial

A

cells on the surface of the cervix; used to describe the location of abnormal cervical cells in a Pap smear

152
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intrapartum

A

time period during birth

153
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intrauterine

A

type of insemination that involves direct insertion of semen into the uterus

154
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labia majora

A

external genitalia of the female

155
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labia minora

A

external genitalia of the female

156
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labioscrotal

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pertaining to the tissues which develop into the labia in females and the scrotum in males

157
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lactation

A

the process of producing breast milk

158
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lactogenic

A

substance which promotes the formation of breast milk

159
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lactorrhea

A

abnormal flow of breast milk

160
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leiomyoma

A

tumor of the smooth muscle layer of the uterus

161
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leukorrhea

A

abnormal flow of whitish fluid from the vagina

162
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ligation

A

tying together with a suture, such as a sterilization procedure in females (tubal ligation)

163
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macromastia

A

enlarged breasts

164
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macrosomia

A

abnormally large body size in a fetus

165
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mammogram

A

image of breast tissue

166
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mammoplasty

A

surgical revision of the breast

167
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mastalgia

A

pain in the breast

168
Q

mastectomy

A

surgical removal of the breast

169
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mastitis

A

inflammation of the breast

170
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mastopexy

A

surgical fixation of the breast

171
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mastoptosis

A

drooping (displacement) of the breast

172
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menarche

A

the beginning of menstrual cycles in a female

173
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menopause

A

the end of menstrual cycles in a female

174
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menorrhagia

A

menstrual flow lasting longer than 7 days

175
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menorrhalgia

A

(abnormally intense) pain with menstruation

176
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menorrhea

A

flow of menstrual blood

177
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menstruation

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the process of shedding blood and tissue from the uterine lining on a monthly cycle

178
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mesoderm

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one of the layers of the developing embryo which forms muscle, connective tissue, and kidneys

179
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mesonephric duct

A

an embryonic structure which forms the epididymis, vas deferens, and seminal vesicles

180
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metrocolpocele

A

herniation of the uterus and vagina

181
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metromenorrhagia

A

excessive uterine bleeding

182
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metrophlebitis

A

inflammation of the uterine veins

183
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metrorrhagia

A

abnormal uterine bleeding

184
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microcephalus

A

condition of a fetus with a smaller than normal head

185
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micromastia

A

condition of small breasts

186
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monozygotic

A

twins resulting from the splitting of a fertilized egg early in embryonic development; identical twins

187
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myoepithelial

A

cells of the breast which share muscle and epithelial tissue characteristics

188
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myometritis

A

inflammation of the muscular layer of the uterus

189
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myometrium

A

smooth muscle layer of the uterus

190
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neonatal

A

pertaining to the time immediately after childbirth

191
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neonatologist

A

medical specialist who studies newborn infants

192
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neonatology

A

medical specialty of newborn infants

193
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neoplasia

A

process of cancer formation

194
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nulliparous

A

has not ever given birth before

195
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obstetric

A

pertaining to childbirth

196
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obstetrician

A

medical specialist who studies childbirth

197
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oligohydramnios

A

condition of an unusually sparse amount of amniotic fluid

198
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oligomenorrhea

A

condition of unusually sparse flow of menstrual fluid

199
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oligospermia

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condition of unusually low number of sperm

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oocyte

A

female gamete; egg cell

201
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oogonia

A

stage in development of the oocyte

202
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oophorectomy

A

surgical removal of the ovary

203
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oophoritis

A

inflammation of the ovary

204
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oophorocystectomy

A

surgical removal of an ovarian cyst

205
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oophorocystosis

A

condition of ovarian cysts

206
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oophoroma

A

tumor of the ovary

207
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oophorosalpingectomy

A

surgical removal of the uterine (Fallopian) tube and ovary

208
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oophorotomy

A

cutting into the ovary

209
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orchidalgia

A

pain in the testis

210
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orchidectomy

A

surgical removal of the testis

211
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orchiditis

A

inflammation of the testis

212
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orchidopexy

A

surgical fixation of the testis

213
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orchidoptosis

A

drooping (displacement) of the testis

214
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orchidotomy

A

cutting into the testis

215
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orchiectomy

A

surgical removal of the testis

216
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orchiepididymitis

A

inflammation of the testis and epididymis

217
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orchiodynia

A

pain in the testis

218
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orchiopathy

A

disease of the testis

219
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orchiopexy

A

surgical fixation of the testis

220
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orchioplasty

A

surgical revision of the testis

221
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orchitis

A

inflammation of the testis

222
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organogenesis

A

the formation of organs during embryonic development

223
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orifice

224
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ovaralgia

A

pain in the ovary

225
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ovarialgia

A

pain in the ovary

226
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ovarian

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pertaining to the ovary

227
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ovariocentesis

A

surgical puncture of an ovary or ovarian cyst

228
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ovariocyesis

A

ectopic pregnancy involving implantation of an embryo on the ovary

229
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ovariorrhexis

A

rupture of an ovarian follicle or cyst

230
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ovariostomy

A

creating an opening in an ovarian cyst

231
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ovaritis

A

inflammation of the ovary

232
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ovary

A

the gonads of the female; organ which creates, matures, and sheds female gametes (eggs) and secretes hormones

233
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ovulation

A

process of developing and shedding mature oocytes (ova)

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ovum

A

mature ooctye

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oxytocin

A

polypeptide hormone that increases uterine contractions during childbirth; mediates milk let-down during suckling; promotes pair bonding between mates

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Pap smear

A

clinical test for obtaining a biopsy of cervical tissue for microscopic examination; used to detect precancerous and cancerous conditions

237
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papilloma

A

wart, especially one caused by human papilloma virus (HPV)

238
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para

A

bearing a child; pregnancy that becomes obvious (cf. parity)

239
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paramesonephric ducts

A

Müllerian ducts; embryonic structures that develop into the uterine (Fallopian) tubes, uterus, cervix, and part of the vagina

240
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paraurethral glands

A

Skene’s glands; become engorged with blood and secrete fluid during female sexual arousal

241
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parity

A

the number of live births (compare to gravidity)

242
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pelvic

A

pertaining to the bones and organs near the hips

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pelvicephalometry

A

measurement of the mother’s pelvis in relationship to the baby’s head

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pelvimetry

A

measurement of the pelvis

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penis

A

male organ used for sexual intercourse

246
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perimetritis

A

inflammation of the membranes surrounding the uterus

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perimetrium

A

membrane surrounding the uterus (i.e. visceral peritoneum of the uterus)

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perinatal

A

pertaining to the time period immediately before and after birth

249
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perinatologist

A

medical specialist who studies the period immediately before and after birth

250
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perinatology

A

medical specialty of the period immediately before and after birth

251
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perineocele

A

herniation of the perineum

252
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perineoplasty

A

surgical revision of the perineum

253
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perineorrhaphy

A

suturing of the perineum, especially to repair an episiotomy

254
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perineotomy

A

cutting into the perineum (to decrease the chance that these structures will tear)

255
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perineum

A

the tissue between the genitals and anus

256
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placenta previa

A

condition where the baby’s exit is blocked by the placenta

257
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placental abruption

A

condition in which the placenta tears free of the uterine lining before labor and delivery

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polyhydramnios

A

abnormally large amount of amniotic fluid

259
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polymenorrhea

A

abnormally large flow of menstrual fluid

260
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polyspermy

A

abnormal condition where multiple sperm penetrate a single egg (usually incompatible with fertilization)

261
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postnatal

A

time period after birth (from the baby’s perspective)

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postpartum

A

time period after labor and delivery (from the mother’s perspective)

263
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preeclampsia

A

high blood pressure which has not yet, but may lead to, the complications of eclampsia

264
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prenatal

A

time period before birth

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prepuce

A

foreskin of the penis

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priapism

A

condition of permanent erection

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prolapse

A

condition where nearby organs (uterus, bowel, bladder, or upper vagina) bulge into the vagina

268
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pronucleus

A

transient structure derived from the egg or sperm nucleus during fertilization

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prostate

A

gland surrounding the male urethra near its exit from the bladder

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prostatectomy

A

surgical removal of the prostate gland

271
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prostatitis

A

inflammation of the prostate gland

272
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prostatocystitis

A

inflammation of the prostate gland and bladder

273
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prostatolith

A

stone in the prostate gland

274
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prostatolithotomy

A

surgical removal of a stone in the prostate

275
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prostatomegaly

A

enlargement of the prostate gland

276
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prostatorrhea

A

abnormal flow from the prostate

277
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prostatovesiculectomy

A

surgical removal of the prostate and seminal vesicle

278
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prostatovesiculitis

A

inflammation of the prostate gland and seminal vesicle

279
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pseudocyesis

A

false pregnancy

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pseudohermaphrodite

A

inconsistency between the apparent sex of an individual and their genetic makeup

281
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pubarche

A

the beginning of the development of hte pubic region

282
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pubic

A

pertaining to the anterior wall of the pelvis

283
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pubis

A

the anterior wall of the pelvis

284
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pubocervical ligament

A

ligament attaching the cervix to the pubic symphysis (in the midline, where the pelvic bones join)

285
Q

pyosalpinx

A

pus in the uterine (Fallopian) tubes

286
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rectocele

A

herniation of the rectum

287
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relaxin

A

hormone that aids childbirth by relaxing the mother’s muscles

288
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rete testis

A

network of tubes between the testicle and epididymis

289
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salpingectomy

A

surgical removal of the uterine (Fallopian) tube

290
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salpingitis

A

inflammation of the uterine (Fallopian) tube

291
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salpingocele

A

herniation of the uterine (Fallopian) tube

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salpingocyesis

A

ectopic pregnancy involving implantation of an embryo in the uterine (Fallopian) tubes

293
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salpingo-oophorectomy

A

surgical removal of the uterine (Fallopian) tube and ovary

294
Q

salpingo-oophoritis

A

inflammation of the uterine (Fallopian) tube and ovary

295
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salpingopexy

A

surgical fixation of the uterine (Fallopian) tube

296
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salpingoscope

A

instrument for looking inside the uterine (Fallopian) tubes

297
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semen

A

mixture of sperm and secretions of the seminal vesicles, prostate, and bulbourethral glands

298
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seminal vesicles

A

glands which provide about 2/3 of the semen by volume

299
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seminiferous tubules

A

network of tubes in the testicle that collect sperm cells

300
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seminoma

A

tumor of the seminal vesicles

301
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somatomammotropin

A

hormone released from the placenta that acts on the mother’s metabolism, protecting the fetus from malnutrition

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sonohysterography

A

procedure for visualizing the uterus using ultrasound, especially as part of a fertility test

303
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speculum

A

medical instrument used to enlarge the vagina for easier inspection by a clinician

304
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spermatid

A

stage in the development of a spermatozoon

305
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spermatocele

A

fluid-filled sac near the top of the testis; spermatic cyst

306
Q

spermatocyte

A

stage in the development of a spermatozoon

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Q

spermatogenesis

A

the process of creating spermatozoa

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spermatogenic cells

A

cells in the testis that are responsible for sperm production

309
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spermatogonia

A

stage in the development of a spermatozoon

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spermatolysis

A

breakdown of spermatozoa

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spermatozoa

A

mature sperm cells (plural)

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spermatozoon

A

a mature sperm cell (singular)

313
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spermicide

A

substance that kills or incapacitates sperm

314
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spermolytic

A

substance that breaks down sperm

315
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stroma

A

fibrous connective tissue

316
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suckling

A

the process used by an infant to draw milk from a mother’s breast

317
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sustentacular cells

A

Sertoli cells; cells that support spermatogenesis and respond to follicle-stimulating hormone

318
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syphilis

A

sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum

319
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teratogen

A

substance that causes birth defects

320
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teratogenic

A

pertaining to birth defects

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teratology

A

medical specialty of the causes of birth defects

322
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teratoma

A

striking abnormality in the development of a fetus

323
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testes

A

the gonads of the male; organ which creates, matures, and sheds male gametes (sperm) and secretes hormones

324
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testicle

325
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testicular

A

pertaining to the testicles

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testis

A

singular of testes; testicle

327
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testitis

A

inflammation of the testis

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testotoxicosis

A

condition of excessive testosterone production in an child leading to early puberty

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tocodynagraph

A

instrument for recording the force of uterine contractions

330
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tocograph

A

instrument for recording the force of uterine contractions

331
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tocography

A

procedure for recording the force of uterine contractions

332
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tocolytic

A

substance that slows or stops the process of childbirth

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torsion

A

twisting something in a spiral fashion

334
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toxoplasmosis

A

disease caused by the single-celled parasite Toxoplasma gondii, commonly found in cat feces; can cause birth defects

335
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transvaginal

A

procedure that operates through the vaginal wall (e.g. ultrasound or surgery)

336
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trichomoniasis

A

sexually transmitted disease caused by the single-celled parasite Trichomonas vaginalis; as the name implies, it’s usually asymptomatic in males

337
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trophoectoderm

A

cells surrounding the blastocyst that contact the uterine lining at implantation (about days 5-6)

338
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tunica albuginea

A

connective tissue layer around the corpus cavernosum of the penis; also the connective tissue layer around the scrotum or ovaries

339
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urethra

A

tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside world

340
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urethrocele

A

herniation of the urethra (urethral prolapse)

341
Q

uterine

A

pertaining to the uterus

342
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uterus

A

female organ that houses the embryo during gestation; womb

343
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vagina

A

female organ used for sexual intercourse and as a passage during childbirth

344
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vaginitis

A

inflammation of the vagina

345
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vaginodynia

A

pain in the vagina

346
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vaginomycosis

A

fungal infection of the vagina

347
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vaginoperineoplasty

A

surgical revision of the vagina and perineum

348
Q

vaginoperineorrhaphy

A

suturing the vagina and perineum

349
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vaginoperineotomy

A

cutting into the vagina and perineum

350
Q

vaginoplasty

A

surgical revision of the vagina

351
Q

vaginoscope

A

instrument for looking inside the vagina

352
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vaginosis

A

abnormal flora (bacteria) in the vagina

353
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varicocele

A

enlargement of the veins draining the testis

354
Q

vas deferens

A

tube which carries sperm from the epididymis to the urethra

355
Q

vasectomy

A

surgical removal or ligation of the vas deferens

356
Q

vasovasostomy

A

creating an opening between two cut ends of the vas deferens; reversing a vasectomy

357
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vesicovaginal

A

pertaining to the bladder and vagina

358
Q

vesiculectomy

A

surgical removal of the seminal vesicle

359
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vesiculitis

A

inflammation of the seminal vesicle

360
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vesiculotomy

A

cutting into the seminal vesicle

361
Q

vulva

A

outer opening of the vagina

362
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vulvitis

A

inflammation of the vulva

363
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vulvodynia

A

pain in the vulva

364
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vulvovaginitis

A

inflammation of the vulva and vagina

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zygote

A

fertilized but not yet implanted embryo

Medical Terminology (39 decks)

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