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| A diagnostic procedure in which a needle is inserted into the amniotic sac to collect amniotic fluid, often used to detect chromosomal abnormalities or infections during pregnancy. |
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| A common vaginal infection caused by an imbalance in the natural bacteria of the vagina, often resulting in unusual discharge, odor, and irritation. |
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| C-section = Cesarean Section |
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| A surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions made in the abdomen and uterus, often performed when a vaginal delivery is unsafe. |
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| HRT = Hormone Replacement Therapy |
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| A treatment involving supplemental hormones, typically estrogen and/or progesterone, used to alleviate symptoms of menopause or hormonal imbalances. |
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| HPV = Human Papillomaviruses |
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| A group of viruses that can cause genital warts and are associated with cervical cancer, as well as other types of cancer in both men and women. |
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| A minimally invasive procedure in which a thin, lighted scope is inserted into the uterus through the vagina to examine the uterine cavity and treat abnormalities. |
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| IUD = Intrauterine Device |
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| A small, T-shaped device inserted into the uterus for long-term contraception, available in hormonal and non-hormonal (copper) types. |
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| NICU = Neonatal Intensive Care Unit |
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| A specialized unit in a hospital that provides intensive care to premature or critically ill newborns. |
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| PID = Pelvic Inflammatory Disease |
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| An infection of the female reproductive organs, often caused by sexually transmitted bacteria, which can lead to infertility if untreated. |
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| PMS = Premenstrual Syndrome |
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| A group of symptoms, including mood swings, bloating, and irritability, that occur in the days leading up to menstruation. |
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