| A | B |
|---|
| *ovaries | produce hormones that control female reproductive system, stores eggs |
| ovulation | release of an egg into a fallopian tube |
| *fallopian tube | where the egg is fertilized |
| *uterus | where a fertilized egg develops into a baby |
| endometrium | lining of uterus which is discharged monthly if a fertilized egg does not attach itself |
| *cervix | opening of the uterus |
| vagina | structure between the cervix and the vulva used during intercourse and childbirth |
| vulva | folds of skin covered in pubic hair |
| embryo | conception until 12 weeks |
| areola | area around nipples of breasts |
| amniotic sac | contains the fetus and fluid within the uterus |
| fibroids | a growth in the muscle of the uterus |
| ovarian cysts | sac full of fluid that grows on or near an ovary |
| yeast infection | fungus infection in the vagina |
| *ectopic pregnancy | fertilized egg begins to grow in fallopian tube |
| gynecologist | specialist in health of female reproductive system |
| miscarriage | separation of developing fetus from lining of uterus |
| amniocentesis | sample of amniotic fluid is tested for problems |
| *colposcopy | use of lighted magnifier to visually examine the cervis |
| dilation and curettage (D & C) | scrapes off lining of uterus because of heavy periods or after miscarria |
| hysterectomy | operation which removed uterus and sometimes ovaries and fallopian tubes |
| mammogram | procedure using x-rays of breast to detect cancer |
| *pap smear | material scraped from the cervis is examined under microscope for abnormal cells |
| *ultrasound | use of sonar waves to see baby developing in uterus |
