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Medical Science - Pregnancy

Here you will learn some English words related to pregnancy, such as "miscarriage", "contraction", and "labor".

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abortion

(medicine) a medical procedure to remove the fetus from the uterus

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to abort

to terminate an undesired pregnancy before the fetus reaches a viable age

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afterbirth

the placenta and associated tissues expelled from the uterus after the baby is born

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amniotic fluid

the clear, watery fluid surrounding and protecting the fetus within the amniotic sac during pregnancy

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baby blues

a severe depressive disorder that is primarily experienced by women after giving birth to a child

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to bear

to bring forth or give birth to a living being, such as a human or animal offspring

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birth

the event or process of a baby being born

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born

brought to this world through birth

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breech birth

the delivery of a baby with the buttocks or feet positioned to emerge first, rather than the head, during childbirth

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caesarean section

a medical procedure to deliver a baby by cutting the belly of the mother

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childbearing

the process or activity of giving birth to and raising children

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childbirth

the process in which a baby is born

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contraction

the periodic tightening and releasing of the uterine muscles during labor, facilitating the gradual opening of the cervix for childbirth

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to deliver

to give birth to a baby or offspring

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delivery

the act of giving birth to a baby

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eclampsia

a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and seizures that can be detrimental to the health of mother and baby

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ectopic pregnancy

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

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fetus

an offspring of a human or animal that is not born yet, particularly a human aged more than eight weeks after conception

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fetal

associated with anything related to the developing fetus during pregnancy

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miscarriage

the unexpected or spontaneous expulsion of a fetus from the uterus before it is mature enough to survive independently

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to miscarry

to spontaneously lose the pregnancy before reaching viability, typically within the first 20 weeks

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morning sickness

a common pregnancy symptom characterized by nausea and vomiting, typically occurring during the first trimester

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natural childbirth

the process of delivering a baby without medical interventions, emphasizing the body's natural processes

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prenatal

related to the period occurring or existing before birth, specifically in relation to the development and care of the fetus during pregnancy

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preeclampsia

a pregnancy condition involving high blood pressure and organ damage, presenting risks to both mother and baby

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stillbirth

the loss of a baby after 20 weeks of gestation, occurring before or during delivery

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surrogacy

a process in which a woman carries and gives birth to a baby for another person or couple who may not be able to have children on their own

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surrogate mother

a woman who agrees to carry and take the responsibility of another couple's child

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term infant

a newborn who is born at or near the expected due date, typically between 37 and 42 weeks of gestation

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trimester

one of the three roughly three-month periods, each marking different stages of fetal development and maternal changes

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umbilical cord

a flexible tube connecting the fetus to the placenta, facilitating the exchange of nutrients and oxygen during pregnancy

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unborn

not yet having been born or brought to life, typically referring to a developing fetus during pregnancy

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barrier method

a form of contraception that involves physically blocking sperm from reaching the egg to prevent pregnancy

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birth control device

a tool or method, like condoms or contraceptive pills, used to prevent pregnancy

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contraceptive

any device, drug, or method that is used to prevent pregnancy

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contraceptive

(of methods, devices, or medications) capable of preventing conception or pregnancy

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contraception

the intentional prevention of pregnancy using various methods or devices

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diaphragm

a dome-shaped contraceptive device that blocks sperm from reaching the uterus

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termination

a medical operation that is performed to to end an undesired pregnancy before the fetus reaches a viable age

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caesarean section

of or effected by cesarean section

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episiotomy

a surgical cut to widen the vaginal opening during childbirth

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labor

the process of contractions and cervical dilation that leads to childbirth

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condom

a thin barrier used during sex to prevent the exchange of bodily fluids and reduce the risk of STIs and unintended pregnancies

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intrauterine device

a T-shaped contraceptive device placed in the uterus to prevent pregnancy

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contraceptive implant

a small device that a healthcare provider inserts under the skin of the upper arm to prevent pregnancy by releasing hormones

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vaginal ring

a flexible ring that is inserted into the vagina and releases hormones to prevent pregnancy for a month at a time

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contraceptive injection

a method of birth control that involves the injection of hormones into the body to prevent pregnancy for a certain period of time

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