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What anatomical structure lies between the urinary bladder and the rectum?
What anatomical structure lies between the urinary bladder and the rectum?
Which layer is NOT part of the walls of the uterus?
Which layer is NOT part of the walls of the uterus?
What function does the vagina serve during childbirth?
What function does the vagina serve during childbirth?
What is the approximate angle at which the vagina runs obliquely upwards and backwards?
What is the approximate angle at which the vagina runs obliquely upwards and backwards?
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Which of the following describes the type of epithelium lining the vagina?
Which of the following describes the type of epithelium lining the vagina?
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What are the fingerlike projections at the end of the uterine tubes called?
What are the fingerlike projections at the end of the uterine tubes called?
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What role does the vagina play during sexual intercourse?
What role does the vagina play during sexual intercourse?
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What is the approximate length of the uterine tubes?
What is the approximate length of the uterine tubes?
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What is the primary function of the ovaries?
What is the primary function of the ovaries?
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What characterizes the medulla of the ovaries?
What characterizes the medulla of the ovaries?
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Which structure surrounds the medulla in the ovaries?
Which structure surrounds the medulla in the ovaries?
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What occurs approximately every 28 days in the ovaries during the childbearing years?
What occurs approximately every 28 days in the ovaries during the childbearing years?
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What type of tissue primarily makes up the cortex of the ovaries?
What type of tissue primarily makes up the cortex of the ovaries?
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How do ovarian follicles vary during the reproductive cycle?
How do ovarian follicles vary during the reproductive cycle?
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What is defined as an absence of menses for three cycles or 6 months?
What is defined as an absence of menses for three cycles or 6 months?
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Which part of the ovaries is directly involved in hormone production?
Which part of the ovaries is directly involved in hormone production?
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What happens to a mature Graafian follicle during ovulation?
What happens to a mature Graafian follicle during ovulation?
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Which of the following is a common cause of primary amenorrhea?
Which of the following is a common cause of primary amenorrhea?
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Which symptom is most likely to indicate dysmenorrhea?
Which symptom is most likely to indicate dysmenorrhea?
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What can exacerbate the severity of menstrual cramps?
What can exacerbate the severity of menstrual cramps?
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Which condition does not directly lead to secondary amenorrhea?
Which condition does not directly lead to secondary amenorrhea?
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At what age is delayed menarche typically noted in young women?
At what age is delayed menarche typically noted in young women?
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Which statement about dysmenorrhea is accurate?
Which statement about dysmenorrhea is accurate?
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Emotional upset is recognized as a cause of which type of amenorrhea?
Emotional upset is recognized as a cause of which type of amenorrhea?
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What is the primary cause of premature menopause?
What is the primary cause of premature menopause?
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Which of the following can be considered a symptom of premature menopause?
Which of the following can be considered a symptom of premature menopause?
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What is a characteristic of primary dysmenorrhea?
What is a characteristic of primary dysmenorrhea?
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What type of dietary supplementation is suggested for managing premature menopause?
What type of dietary supplementation is suggested for managing premature menopause?
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What is secondary dysmenorrhea often caused by?
What is secondary dysmenorrhea often caused by?
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Which treatment method is NOT listed for managing premature menopause?
Which treatment method is NOT listed for managing premature menopause?
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What is the age definition of premature menopause?
What is the age definition of premature menopause?
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Which physiological response is commonly triggered by prostaglandins during menstruation?
Which physiological response is commonly triggered by prostaglandins during menstruation?
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Which of the following is a non-pharmacological treatment option for premature menopause?
Which of the following is a non-pharmacological treatment option for premature menopause?
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What role do fibroids play in secondary dysmenorrhea?
What role do fibroids play in secondary dysmenorrhea?
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How do prostaglandins affect nerve endings in the uterus during menstruation?
How do prostaglandins affect nerve endings in the uterus during menstruation?
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What is a common nutritional suggestion for women experiencing premature menopause?
What is a common nutritional suggestion for women experiencing premature menopause?
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Which of the following health techniques is advised for coping with symptoms of premature menopause?
Which of the following health techniques is advised for coping with symptoms of premature menopause?
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Which factor is NOT related to the occurrence of dysmenorrhea?
Which factor is NOT related to the occurrence of dysmenorrhea?
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What is the most common cause of secondary dysmenorrhea?
What is the most common cause of secondary dysmenorrhea?
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What role does excessive exercise play in dysmenorrhea?
What role does excessive exercise play in dysmenorrhea?
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Which symptom is NOT typically associated with an ectopic pregnancy?
Which symptom is NOT typically associated with an ectopic pregnancy?
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What condition may cause referred shoulder pain?
What condition may cause referred shoulder pain?
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Which of the following is a surgical option for managing an ectopic pregnancy?
Which of the following is a surgical option for managing an ectopic pregnancy?
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What symptom indicates a possible rupture of an ectopic pregnancy?
What symptom indicates a possible rupture of an ectopic pregnancy?
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Which treatment option involves the removal of the fallopian tube?
Which treatment option involves the removal of the fallopian tube?
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What is a common symptom experienced on one side of the body during an ectopic pregnancy?
What is a common symptom experienced on one side of the body during an ectopic pregnancy?
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Which symptom may accompany pelvic pain during ectopic pregnancy?
Which symptom may accompany pelvic pain during ectopic pregnancy?
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What is the primary focus of conservative surgery for an ectopic pregnancy?
What is the primary focus of conservative surgery for an ectopic pregnancy?
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Study Notes
Female Reproductive Disorders
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Female Reproductive System Functions:
- Produce ova (eggs)
- Receive sperm
- Support fertilization and fetal development
- Allow childbirth (parturition)
- Produce breast milk (lactation)
External Genitalia (Vulva)
- Consists of:
- Labia majora
- Labia minora
- Clitoris
- Vestibule
- Hymen
- Bartholin's glands
Internal Genitalia
- Located in the pelvic cavity
- Includes:
- Vagina
- Uterus
- Fallopian tubes (uterine tubes)
- Ovaries
Vagina
- Fibromuscular tube
- Obliquely upward and backward
- Functions:
- Receives penis during intercourse (coitus)
- Allows passage of baby during childbirth
Uterus
- Hollow, pear-shaped, muscular organ
- Located between urinary bladder and rectum
- Functions:
- Receives fertilized egg
- Supports and nourishes the developing embryo
- Structure:
- Perimetrium (outer layer)
- Myometrium (muscle layer)
- Endometrium (inner lining)
- Parts:
- Fundus
- Body
- Cervix
Uterine Tubes (Fallopian Tubes)
- Approximately 10 cm long
- Extend from sides of uterus
- Fimbriae (finger-like projections) at the end of each tube
- Functions:
- Propels ovum to uterus
- Provides nourishment for ovum and sperm
- Fertilization usually occurs in the uterine tube, and the zygote is propelled to the uterus for implantation
Ovaries
- Female gonads, producing sex hormones and ova
- Structure:
- Medulla (center): fibrous tissue, blood vessels, nerves
- Cortex (surrounds medulla): connective tissue (stroma), germinal epithelium, ovarian follicles
- Ovulation:
- One or more ovarian follicle matures every 28 days
- Releases ovum into peritoneal cavity
- Ruptured follicle transforms into corpus luteum
- Corpus luteum degenerates into corpus albicans
Ovarian Cycle
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Follicular phase:
- Egg develops in a follicle
- Follicle matures into Graafian follicle
- FSH stimulates follicle growth
- Estrogen from follicle triggers LH release
- Egg is released in ovulation
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Ovulation: Egg released from follicle (LH surge).
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Luteal phase (after ovulation):
- Corpus luteum develops from exploded follicle
- Produces progesterone and estrogen
- Progesterone prepares the uterus for pregnancy
Menstrual Disorders
- Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB):
- Polymenorrhea (frequent periods)
- Metrorrhagia (bleeding between periods)
- Menorrhagia (prolonged/excessive bleeding)
- Oligomenorrhea (reduced flow)
- Amenorrhea (absence of periods)
Dysmenorrhea
- Primary: no identifiable pelvic pathology
- High prostaglandin levels cause uterine contractions, reducing blood flow and making nerve endings more sensitive to pain
- Secondary: with underlying pathology
- Endometriosis (endometrial tissue outside uterus)
- Fibroids (noncancerous tumors in uterine wall)
- Adenomyosis (endometrial tissue within uterine wall)
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Group of physical and psychological symptoms
- Before and during menstruation
- Possible causes:
- Estrogen/progesterone fluctuations
- Genetic predisposition
- Low serotonin levels
- Magnesium/calcium deficiency
Premature Menopause
- Permanent cessation of periods before age 40
- Ovaries stop releasing eggs and producing hormones
Menopause
- Permanent cessation of menstrual periods
- Ovaries stop producing estrogen and progesterone
- Symptoms: hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness
Uterine Prolapse
- Uterus descends into vagina
- Weakening of supporting tissues & ligaments
Cystocele & Rectocele
- Cystocele: bladder drops into vagina
- Rectocele: rectum bulges into vagina
Fistulas
- Abnormal openings between internal organs, such as:
- Vesicovaginal fistula (bladder-vagina)
- Rectovaginal fistula (rectum-vagina)
- Cervical fistula (cervix-other organ)
- Enterovaginal fistula (intestine-vagina)
Infertility
- Inability to conceive after a year of unprotected intercourse
- Primary infertility: never conceived
- Secondary infertility: conceived before but not now
Ectopic Pregnancy
- Pregnancy outside the uterus
- Usually in fallopian tubes (tubal pregnancy)
Abortion
- Termination of pregnancy before viability
- Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage)
- Induced abortion
- Different stages include: threatened, inevitable, incomplete
Hydatidiform Mole
- Abnormal growth of placental tissue
- Types: complete (no fetus), partial (some fetal development)
Breast Cancer
- Malignant tumor of the breast
- Common types: ductal, lobular
- Classified by stage and grade
- Stage 0-IV
- Grade I-IV
Ovarian Cysts
- Fluid-filled sacs on the ovary
- Functional cysts (common, harmless, short-lived)
- Pathological cysts (result of abnormal cell growth)
Uterine Fibroids (Leiomyomas)
- Benign tumors in uterine wall or cervix
- Classifications: Submucosal, Subserosal, Intramural
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Endocrine disorder with insulin resistance and increased androgens
- Symptoms: irregular periods, obesity, acne, hirsutism
Cervical Cancer
- Cancer of the cervix, often caused by HPV
- Stages: 0-IV (preinvasive or invasive)
Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer
- Cancer originating from the uterine lining, related to menopause
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the reproductive system with this quiz. Explore important structures such as the vagina, uterus, and uterine tubes, and their functions. Answer questions about anatomical relationships and epithelial types in the reproductive tract.
