Childbirth and Relationships Flashcards
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Adrenal gland
Helps body react suddenly
Pituitary gland
Master gland of the body
In charge of growth
Thyroid gland
In charge of metabolism
Goiter
Enlarges thyroid gland
HCG
Hormone secreted by the placenta
Prolactin
Hormone that stimulates milk production
Estrogen and progesterone
Two female hormones
Often included in birth control pills
PMS
Per-menstural syndrome
Occurs between ovulation and menstruation
FAS
Fetal alcohol syndrome
Cause birth defects including mental retardation
Rh factor
Can be a problem if a negative mother has a second positive child
What kind of hormone is looked for in pregnancy tests?
HCG
Toxemia
High blood pressure in a pregnant woman
Pre-eclampsia
Pre-cursor to high blood pressure
Edema
Water weight gain, swollen tissues
Post-partum depression
Period following the birth of a baby when the mother’s hormones may lead her to experience symptoms of depression.
Ectopic pregnancy
The embryo me plants in the Fallopian Tube instead of the uterus
Miscarriage
A spontaneous abortion
Gynecologist
Specialist dealing with the female patient and her reproductive system
Obstetrician
Specialist who deals with pregnant women and delivers babies
OB/Gyn
Specialist who deals with pregnant and non-pregnant women
Amniocentesis
Optional test to determine if the baby is genetically healthy
Sample of amniotic fluid is studied
Vagina
Part of the female body
Serves as the birth canal
Ovulation
Releases an egg form the ovary 14 days before menstrual cycle
Fallopian tube
Place where fertilization occurs
