Words Related to Health and Sickness - Reproductive System Diseases and Problems
Here you will learn some English words related to reproductive system diseases and problems such as "urethritis", "chlamydia", and "endometriosis".
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gonorrhea
[noun]
a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae, affecting the genital and, occasionally, other mucous membrane areas
vulvar disease
[noun]
various conditions affecting the external female genitalia, including infections, inflammation, dermatological disorders, and abnormal growths, with associated symptoms like itching, pain, and redness.
imperforate hymen
[noun]
a condition where the hymen, a thin membrane at the opening of the vagina, completely covers the vaginal opening, causing an obstruction
salpingitis
[noun]
the inflammation of the fallopian tubes, often caused by a bacterial infection, and it can lead to pelvic pain and fertility issues
ectopic pregnancy
[noun]
a condition where a fertilized egg implants and begins to develop outside the uterus, most commonly in a fallopian tube, instead of the uterus itself
HPV infection
[noun]
a sexually transmitted infection associated with conditions like genital warts and various types of cancers
cryptorchidism
[noun]
a condition in which one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum during fetal development
hydrocele
[noun]
a fluid-filled sac surrounding the testicle, causing swelling in the scrotum
benign prostatic hyperplasia
[noun]
a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, which can cause urinary problems in men as they age
polycystic ovary syndrome
[noun]
a hormonal disorder with symptoms like ovarian cysts, irregular periods, excess hair growth, and fertility issues
primary ovarian insufficiency
[noun]
a condition where the ovaries lose function before age 40, leading to hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, and fertility issues
endometriosis
[noun]
a medical condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing pain and potential fertility issues
uterine prolapse
[noun]
a condition where the uterus descends from its normal position into the vaginal canal, causing symptoms like pelvic pressure and urinary/bowel issues
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