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Gynecologic Emergencies
Chapter 21
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Undergraduate 1
07/01/2015

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Bacterial Vaginosis
Definition
A overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina
Characterized by itching, burning, or pain, and possibly a fishy smelling discharge
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Cervix
Definition
The lower third or neck of the uterus
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Chlamydia
Definition
An STD caused by the bacteerium Chlamydia trachomatis
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Fallopian Tubes
Definition
The tubes that connect each ovary to the uterus and are the primary location for fertilizaion of the ovum
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Gonorrhea
Definition
An STD caused by Neisseria gonorrheae
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Labia Majora
Definition
Outer fleshy lips covered with pubic hair that protect the vagina
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Labia Minora
Definition
Inner fleshy lips devoid of pubic hair that protect the vagina
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Ovaries
Definition
The primary female reproductive organs that produce an ovum, or egg, that, if fertilized, will develop into a fetus
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Ovulation
Definition
The process in which an ovum is released from a follicle
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Definition
An infection of the fallopian tubes and the surrounding tissues of the pelvis
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Perineum
Definition
The area of skin between the vagina and anus
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Rape
Definition
Sexual intercourse inflicted forcibly on another person, against that person's will
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Sexxual Assault
Definition
An attack against a person that is sexual in nature, the most common of which is rape
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Uterus
Definition
The muscular organ where the fetus grows, also called the womb
Responsible for contractions during labor
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Vagina
Definition
The outermost cavity of a woman's reproductive system
The lowest part of the birth canal
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