Gynecological Conditions

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a surgical operation to remove all or part of the uterus

  • The patient underwent a hysterectomy to remove her uterus.
  • She had to get a hysterectomy to fix her health issues.
  • She had to go under the knife for a hysterectomy.
  • Removing toxic relationships from your life can be like a hysterectomy for your emotional well-being.

noun the condition of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus

  • The doctor discussed the risks and benefits of pregnancy with the couple.
  • She's been feeling nauseous lately, do you think it could be a pregnancy symptom?
  • I heard she's got a bun in the oven, looks like a surprise pregnancy!
  • The new project was still in its early stages, a pregnancy waiting to be nurtured and developed.

adjective relating to the endometrium, the inner lining of the uterus

  • The endometrial lining of the uterus is shed during menstruation.
  • I have to go for a check-up because of some issues with my endometrial lining.
  • I heard she's having trouble with her endometrial stuff.
  • The endometrial layer is like a protective blanket for the uterus.

noun a medical condition in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus is found outside the uterus, causing pain, infertility, and other symptoms

  • Endometriosis is a medical condition in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus.
  • My friend has been struggling with endometriosis for years.
  • Dealing with endometriosis sucks, but she's a warrior.
  • Endometriosis feels like a constant battle with your own body.