reproductive_system_complete_flashcards

Question 1

What are medical terms related to the reproductive system formed from?

Answer 1

Word roots, combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes.

Question 2

Why is understanding medical terminology important in the reproductive system?

Answer 2

It helps decipher the meaning of complex medical terms.

Question 3

What does the word element Gynec/o mean?

Answer 3

Woman or female.

Question 4

Give an example of a medical term using Gynec/o.

Answer 4

Gynecology – Study of the female reproductive system.

Question 5

What does the word element Andr/o mean?

Answer 5

Male.

Question 6

Provide an example of a term with Andr/o.

Answer 6

Androgen – Male hormone.

Question 7

What does Mast/o or Mamm/o refer to?

Answer 7

Breast.

Question 8

Example using Mast/o or Mamm/o.

Answer 8

Mastectomy – Surgical removal of a breast.

Question 9

What does Hyster/o or Uter/o mean?

Answer 9

Uterus.

Question 10

Example with Hyster/o or Uter/o.

Answer 10

Hysterectomy – Removal of the uterus.

Question 11

What does Oophor/o refer to?

Answer 11

Ovary.

Question 12

Example using Oophor/o.

Answer 12

Oophorectomy – Removal of an ovary.

Question 13

What does Salping/o mean?

Answer 13

Fallopian tube.

Question 14

Give an example of a term with Salping/o.

Answer 14

Salpingitis – Inflammation of the fallopian tube.

Question 15

What does Orchi/o or Orchid/o mean?

Answer 15

Testis.

Question 16

Provide an example using Orchi/o.

Answer 16

Orchiectomy – Removal of a testicle.

Question 17

What does Prostat/o refer to?

Answer 17

Prostate gland.

Question 18

Example with Prostat/o.

Answer 18

Prostatitis – Inflammation of the prostate.

Question 19

What does Colp/o mean?

Answer 19

Vagina.

Question 20

Example using Colp/o.

Answer 20

Colposcopy – Visual examination of the vagina.

Question 21

What does Cervic/o refer to?

Answer 21

Cervix.

Question 22

Example using Cervic/o.

Answer 22

Cervicitis – Inflammation of the cervix.

Question 23

What are the ovaries and their function?

Answer 23

Almond-shaped organs that produce eggs (ova) and hormones (estrogen and progesterone).

Question 24

Where does fertilization usually occur?

Answer 24

In the fallopian tubes.

Question 25

What is the function of the fallopian tubes?

Answer 25

They connect the ovaries to the uterus and transport the ovum.

Question 26

Describe the uterus and its function.

Answer 26

A muscular organ where a fertilized egg implants and develops.

Question 27

What are the three layers of the uterus?

Answer 27

Endometrium – Thickens for pregnancy, sheds during menstruation. Myometrium – Contracts during childbirth. Perimetrium – Outer protective layer.

Question 28

What is the cervix and its function?

Answer 28

The lower part of the uterus that directs sperm and allows menstrual flow.

Question 29

What is the vagina’s function?

Answer 29

Muscular canal that serves as the birth canal and passage for menstrual flow.

Question 30

What are mammary glands and their role?

Answer 30

Glands in the breasts that produce milk.

Question 31

What are the testes and their function?

Answer 31

They produce sperm and testosterone.

Question 32

What does the epididymis do?

Answer 32

Stores and matures sperm.

Question 33

What is the function of the vas deferens?

Answer 33

Transports sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct.

Question 34

What role do the seminal vesicles play?

Answer 34

Secrete fluid that nourishes sperm.

Question 35

What is the prostate gland’s function?

Answer 35

Produces fluid to nourish and transport sperm.

Question 36

What is the function of the penis?

Answer 36

External organ for urination and intercourse.

Question 37

What is the scrotum’s role?

Answer 37

Houses the testes and regulates their temperature.

Question 38

What is endometriosis?

Answer 38

Growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus causing pain and infertility.

Question 39

What is pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?

Answer 39

Infection of the reproductive organs, often from STIs, causing pain and fever.

Question 40

What are ovarian cysts?

Answer 40

Fluid-filled sacs on the ovaries, often asymptomatic but can cause pain.

Question 41

Describe polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Answer 41

Hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with multiple cysts, irregular periods, and other symptoms.

Question 42

What is cervical cancer commonly linked to?

Answer 42

Human papillomavirus (HPV).

Question 43

What are uterine fibroids?

Answer 43

Non-cancerous growths in the uterus causing heavy bleeding and pain.

Question 44

What is breast cancer?

Answer 44

A malignant tumor in breast tissue, presenting as lumps or shape changes.

Question 45

What is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?

Answer 45

Enlargement of the prostate, causing urinary problems in older men.

Question 46

What is prostatitis?

Answer 46

Inflammation of the prostate, causing pain and urinary issues.

Question 47

What is testicular cancer?

Answer 47

A cancer of the testes, common in young men, presenting as a lump.

Question 48

What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?

Answer 48

Inability to achieve or maintain an erection.

Question 49

What is hydrocele?

Answer 49

Fluid accumulation in the scrotum, causing swelling.

Question 50

What is varicocele?

Answer 50

Enlarged veins in the scrotum, potentially causing infertility.

Question 51

What are sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

Answer 51

Infections spread through sexual contact, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and genital herpes.