her baby during pregnancy‚ helps with child birth and looks after the woman for six weeks after delivery. A gynaecologist looks after women with diseases of the reproductive system. These include period problems‚ infections‚ benign tumours like fibroids and ovarian cysts and cancers. Women wanting to conceive are looked after by the Reproductive Medicine Unit which will look after the gynaecological problems of these women also. The department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology now have five
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multiple‚ tiny cysts on them‚ making ovulation difficult. Those with PCOS have higher levels of testosterone‚ the male hormone‚ which can lead to infertility and irregular periods with anovulation. Thyroid disorders‚ sexually transmitted diseases‚ fibroids‚ diabetes‚ endometriosis are examples of medical conditions that can be associated with irregular periods. What should you see the doctor? To be sure you are not pregnant‚ if you had sex within the last month‚ take a pregnancy test‚ that might
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functions with estrogen by promoting menstrual cycle changes in the endometrium. Fallopian tubes The uterine or fallopian form the initial part of the duct system. They receive the ovulated oocyte and provide the site where fertilization can occur. Each of the uterine tubes is about 10 cm long and extends medially from an ovary to empty into the superior region of the uterus. Like the ovaries‚ the uterine tubes are enclosed and supported by the broad ligament. The
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These stages are defined by their stage of labor. There are three stages of birth. The first stage begins with regular uterine contractions and ends with complete cervical dilatation at 10 cm. In Friedman’s landmark studies of 500 births‚ he subdivided the first stage into an early latent phase and an ensuing active phase. The latent phase begins with mild‚ irregular uterine contractions that soften and shorten the cervix. The contractions become progressively more rhythmic and stronger. This is
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Vertebrate Biology Essay Conversion Programme in the Natural Sciences Dr. Colin Stolkin & Professor P.B Gahan The Vertebrate Endocrine System in specific reference to their role in Human Menstruation‚ Ovarian and Uterine cycles Rio Summers April 2009 Word Count: 2693 The vertebrate endocrine system can be best explained as an internal body system collecting multiple organs and glands that produce and regulate hormone secretion into the bloodstream in order to control the many functions of the
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Oxytocin (Pitocin‚ syntocinon) is used to in duce or continues labor. Another drug that is used to control hemorrhage by causing uterine muscles contraction is Ergonovine/methylergonovine (ergotrate‚ Methergine). COMPLICATIONS: Some complications that can occur during the surgery are tears of the internal os‚ laceration of the cervix‚ damage to other pelvic organs
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Natural childbirth is where the mother does not receive any drugs to relieve pain or to aid the birthing process. Natural childbirth is considered to be the safest way for the baby to be born. It is healthier for the mom and baby. There is less chance of serious injury from iatrogenic trauma. You will have less chance of having a C-section. The mother has a much quicker healing time. If the mother plans on breastfeeding‚ she will have a much higher chance of a breastfeeding success and there is lower
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Post Partum Haemorrhage (PPH) Introduction: Post partum haemorrhage (PPH) is an obstetrical emergency that can follow vaginal or cesarean delivery. It is a major cause of maternal morbidity and one of the top three causes of maternal mortality in both high and low per capital income countries‚ although the absolute risk of death in much lower in high income countries (1 in 100‚000 versus 1 in 1000 births in low income countries). Furthermore‚ hemorrhage is the leading cause of admission of
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anatomy and physiology of female reproduction and how this acts to enhance or inhibit performance. Female Reproductive Tract General Parts and Support The female reproductive tract is composed of paired right and left ovaries‚ oviducts‚ and uterine horns. It contains only a single cervix‚ vagina and vulva (external genitalia). Collectively‚ these structures are supported by the broad ligament and hang loosely suspended below the rectum in the both pelvic canal and lower abdomen. The broad ligament
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Sperm move to the uterine tube through uterine contractions and the energy of their own flagella. What other factor is involved in sperm movement? Selected Answer: reverse peristalsis of the uterus and uterine tubes Answers: the cilia on the apex of the cells lining the endometrium the increased temperature in the vagina‚ which stimulates sperm motility hormonal attraction to the ova reverse peristalsis of the uterus and uterine tubes Question
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