Obstetrics And Gynecology Vocabulary

noun The narrow, lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.

• The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.
• I heard that getting a pap smear checks for abnormalities in the cervix.
• My friend said she felt like she got kicked in the cervix during her period.
• Her ability to remain calm in stressful situations is like having a steel cervix.

adjective relating to or characteristic of the ovaries

• The doctor found a mass on her ovarian tissue during the routine check-up.
• She's going in for a surgery to remove her ovarian cyst next week.
• I heard she's been having some issues with her ovaries lately.
• Her creativity was like an ovarian fountain, always flowing with new ideas.

noun a pregnant woman or female animal

adjective describing a woman or female animal having a developing embryo or fetus in the uterus

• The doctor confirmed that she is pregnant and advised her to start prenatal care.
• She just found out she's pregnant and is already planning the baby's nursery.
• I can't believe she got pregnant, that's wild!
• The idea of a new project being born is like being pregnant with possibilities.

noun a baby that is born dead

adjective referring to a baby that is born dead

• The doctor informed the couple that their baby was stillborn.
• I heard that their baby was stillborn, it's so heartbreaking.
• I can't imagine the pain of losing a stillborn baby.
• The project was stillborn from the beginning and never had a chance to succeed.

noun a severe form of morning sickness during pregnancy characterized by persistent nausea and vomiting

• The patient was diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe form of morning sickness.
• My sister has been dealing with hyperemesis during her pregnancy and it's been really tough for her.
• I heard that morning sickness can sometimes turn into hyperemesis, which sounds awful.
• Dealing with that project was like having a case of hyperemesis - it was never-ending and exhausting.

adjective causing or relating to the induction of abortion

• The drug has been found to be abortogenic, posing a risk to pregnant women.
• They discovered that the medication is abortogenic, so it's not safe for pregnant women.
• That pill is abortogenic, so don't take it if you're expecting.
• His reckless behavior was like an abortogenic force, causing chaos and destruction.

noun a plural form of adnexus, which refers to the parts or structures connected or attached to another structure, typically used in medical terminology to describe adjacent anatomical structures

• The doctor examined the patient's adnexa for any abnormalities.
• The nurse checked out her adnexa during the appointment.
• I heard her complaining about her adnexa acting up again.
• The adnexa of the company, such as its subsidiaries, play a crucial role in its success.