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Introduction These notes cover issues relating to Womens Health normally, in development, and in pregnancy. Some information, terms or images available on links from this page may not be suitable for children. Below is a table with links to the Merck Manual, Home Edition (chapter 22) freely available on the WWW. These links relate to womens health issues, in particular those related to the reproductive cycle and childbirth. Please note that this section of notes use specific Medical anatomical terms that may not be suitable for children. The table below links to the original internet pages. For more details and Links to within each chapter see Index Page. See also information from Centre for Disease Control (USA) which has information and statistics on reproductive health in men and women, child health, and reproductive technologies. All information provided is for Educational Purposes Only. Merck Manual, Home Edition- chapter 22 (requires internet connection) Chapter Chapter Female Reproductive System Hormones and Reproduction Menopause Common Gynecological Problems Absent or Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Endometriosis Breast Disorders Cancers of the Female Reproductive System Infertility Family Planning Tests for Genetic Disorders Pregnancy High-Risk Pregnancy Complications of Pregnancy Diseases That Can Complicate Pregnancy Drug Use During Pregnancy Labor and Delivery Complications of Labor and Delivery Postdelivery Period
Chapter Details Female Reproductive System External Genital Organs Internal Genital Organs Gynecologic Evaluation Gynecologic Examination Papanicolaou Test Diagnostic Procedures in Gynecology Hysterosalpingography Laparoscopy Hormones and Reproduction Puberty Menstrual Cycle Menopause Premature Menopause Artificial Menoapuse Symptoms Estrogen Common Gynecological Problems Pelvic Pain Vaginitis and Vulvitis Abnormal Vaginal Discharge Pevlic Inflammatory Disease Common Treatments Vaginal and Vulvar Infections Fibroids Menstrual Disorders Symptoms Premenstrual Syndrome Dysmenorrhea Absent or Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Amenorrhea Premature Menopause Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Symptoms and Diagnosis Treatment Endometriosis Causes and Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Choices Breast Disorders Breast Pain Cysts Fibrotic Breast Disease Fibrous Breast Lumps Nipple Discharge Breast Infection and Abscess Breast Cancer Breast Disorders in Men Paget's Disease of the Nipple Cytosarcoma Phyllodes Cancers of the Female Reproductive System Cancer of the Uterus Cancer of the Cervix Cancer of the Ovaries Cancer of the Vulva Cancer of the Fallopian Tubes Hydatidiform Mole Infertility Problems with Sperm Problems with Ovulation Problems with Fallopian Tubes Problems with Cervix Fertilization Technique Family Planning Contraception Oral Contraceptives Oral Contraceptives when restricted Barrier Contraceptives Withdrawal Rhythm Methods Contraceptive Implants Injectable Contraceptives Intrauterine Devices Sterilization Abortion Tests for Genetic Disorders Family History Carrier Screening Prenatal Diagnosis Some Genetic Disorders Detectable before Birth Tests for Prenatal Screening and Diagnosis Pregnancy Conception Implantation and Development of Placenta Development of Embryo Detecting a Pregnancy Physical Changes During Pregnancy Care During Pregnancy High-Risk Pregnancy Risk Factors Before Pregnancy Risks Factors during Pregnancy Complications of Pregnancy Miscarriage and Stillbirth Ectopic Pregnancy Anemias RH Incompatibility Abruptio Placentae Placenta Previa Excessive Vomiting Preeclampsia and Eclampsia Skin Rashes Diseases That Can Complicate Pregnancy Heart Disease Heart Failure Rheumatic Heart Disease Birth Defects of Heart Mitral Valve Prolapse High Blood Pressure Anemias Kidney Disease Infectious Disease Diabetes Thyroid Liver Asthma Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Rheumatoid Arthritis Myasthenia Gravis Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura Surgery During Pregnancy Drug Use During Pregnancy Anti-Cancer Drugs Thalidomide Skin Treatments Sex Hormones Diethylstilbestrol Meclizine Anticonvulsant Drugs Vaccines Thyroid Drugs Oral Hypoglycemic Drugs Narcotics and Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs Antianxiety Drugs and Antidepressants Antibiotics Anticlotting Drugs Drugs for Heart or Blood Vessel Disorders Drugs Used During Labor and Delivery Social and Illicit Drugs Labor and Delivery Labor Fetal Monitoring Pain Relief Delivery Natural Childbirth Complications of Labor and Delivery Premature Rupture of the Membranes Preterm Labor Postterm Pregnancy and Postmaturity Labor That Progresses Too Slowly Abnormal Heart Rate Breathing Problems Abnormal Position of the Fetus Twins Shoulder Dystocia Prolapsed Umbilical Cord Amniotic Fluid Embolism Uterine Bleeding Procedures Postdelivery Period What to expect after Delivery Postpartum Infections Uterine Infections Kidney Infection Other Postpartum Infections Postpartum Hemorrhage Inverted Uterus
WWW Links Merck WWW Home Page Merck Manual Womens Health Centre for Disease Control (USA) Mens Reproductive Health Womens Reproductive Health Maternal Health Infant Health Unintended Pregnancy Assisted Reproductive Technology
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About Notes Notes from the Embryology Program compiled and written by Dr Mark Hill. Each individual page from the manual has a link to the original Copyright Notice. These notes for Educational Purposes only.	Links Serial Sections Homepage Human Homepage Pig Homepage
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