gynecologist
Female reproductive specialist
A gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in the female reproductive system—the uterus, ovaries, vagina, and related organs.
Gynecologists perform routine exams, treat infections and disorders, and may deliver babies (when also trained as obstetricians).
She sees her gynecologist once a year for a checkup.
Excision of the uterus
- colposcopyMagnified gynecological tissue examination
- laparoscopyMinimally invasive abdominal examination
- ultrasoundInaudible high-frequency waves
- mammogramBreast tissue X-ray
biopsy · D&C · ablation · myomectomy · cryotherapy · LEEP · hysteroscopy · amniocentesis
Capacity for reproduction
- ovulationEgg discharge from ovary
- conceptionFormation of an idea
- pregnancyCarrying developing offspring
- menstruationMonthly uterine bleeding
contraception · hormones · estrogen · progesterone · menopause · gestation · insemination · IVF
Female reproductive organ
- cervixUterine opening to vagina
- ovariesEgg-producing organs
- vaginaInternal female reproductive canal
- vulvaExternal female genital region
endometrium · pelvis · breast · placenta · embryo · follicle · labia · hymen
Displaced uterine tissue condition
- PCOSHormonal disorder, multiple ovarian cysts
- fibroidsBenign uterine tumors
- vaginitisInflammation of vaginal tissue
- prolapseOrgan slipping from place
infertility · amenorrhea · dysmenorrhea · preeclampsia · HPV
Childbirth physician
- OB-GYNWomen's reproductive medicine specialty
- physicianLicensed medical doctor
- specialistExpert in one field
- surgeonPhysician who operates
clinic · stirrups · residency · board-certified · hospital
Evaluative selection process
- checkupRoutine health evaluation
- preventiveMeant to stop trouble
- wellnessOverall state of health
- consultationMeeting seeking expert guidance
follow-up · counseling · referral · guidance · support · holistic · advice
hysterectomy
Excision of the uterus
- colposcopyMagnified gynecological tissue examination
- laparoscopyMinimally invasive abdominal examination
- ultrasoundInaudible high-frequency waves
mammogram · biopsy · D&C · ablation · myomectomy · cryotherapy · LEEP · hysteroscopy · amniocentesis · sonogram
fertility
Capacity for reproduction
- ovulationEgg discharge from ovary
- conceptionFormation of an idea
- pregnancyCarrying developing offspring
menstruation · contraception · hormones · estrogen · progesterone · menopause · gestation · insemination · IVF · prenatal
uterus
Female reproductive organ
vulva · endometrium · pelvis · breast · placenta · embryo · follicle · labia · hymen · perineum
endometriosis
Displaced uterine tissue condition
- PCOSHormonal disorder, multiple ovarian cysts
- fibroidsBenign uterine tumors
- vaginitisInflammation of vaginal tissue
prolapse · infertility · amenorrhea · dysmenorrhea · preeclampsia · HPV
obstetrician
Childbirth physician
- OB-GYNWomen's reproductive medicine specialty
- physicianLicensed medical doctor
- specialistExpert in one field
surgeon · clinic · stirrups · residency · board-certified · hospital
screening
Evaluative selection process
- checkupRoutine health evaluation
- preventiveMeant to stop trouble
- wellnessOverall state of health
consultation · follow-up · counseling · referral · guidance · support · holistic · advice
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