words to know Flashcards
1
Q
parturition
A
process of labor and delivery
2
Q
perimenopausal
A
time period around menopause
3
Q
candidiasis
A
condition of having yeast (yeast infection)
4
Q
oligohydramnios
A
decreased volume of amniotic fluid
5
Q
colporrhaphy
A
suturing of the vagina
5
Q
episiotomy
A
process of cutting in to the vulva
6
Q
hysteropexy
A
surgically fixing the uterus in place (to fix a prolapsed uterus)
7
Q
vaginosis
A
abnormal condition of the vagina
8
Q
NICU
A
neonatal intensive care unit (pronounced nik-you)
