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Ovaries

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where egg matures and is released during ovulation, also produce estrogen and progesterone

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Ovulation

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when an egg is released by an ovary and travels down the fallopian tubes and to the uterus. If sperm is present, it will fertilize the egg and the egg will implant in the uterus.

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Menstrual Cycle

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occurs every 28-30 days, is the process of ovulation and shedding of the uterine lining

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Endometrium

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inner lining of the uterus

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Uterus

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organ that carries developing fetus

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Pelvimetry

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measurement of the pelvis

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Pelvic Sonography

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using sound waves to examine the structures of the pelvis

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Menorrhea

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menstrual discharge (normal flow)

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Menopause

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cessation of the menstrual cycle

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Salpingoscope

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device to view the inside of a fallopian tube

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Colposcope

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device to view the inside of the vagina

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Physical Exam of Female Reproductive System

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examination of the breasts, external genitalia, and pelvis

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Speculum

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device used to keep the walls of the vagina open so that the cervix can be seen

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Pap Smear

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obtains a cell sample that is viewed under microscope to detect cancerous cells

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Gynecologist

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specialist in the treatment of women

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Gynecology

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the study of women

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Menarche

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onset of menstruation (between 10 to 16 years old)

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Endometrium

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inner layer of the uterus

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Myometrium

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middle layer of the uterus, consists of muscle tissue

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Perimetrium

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tissue layer on outside of uterus

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obstetrician

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specialist in the care of the pregnant female

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obstetrics

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branch of medicine dealing with pregnancy, labor, and delivery

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perinatologist

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specialist of the perinatal period

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perinatology

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study of the perinatal period

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neonatologist

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specialist in the care of the newborn

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neonatology

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study of the care of the newborn

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teratology

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branch of medicine dealing with the study of birth defects and their causes

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length of a period

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28-30 days