Nulliparous
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Nulliparous
Nulliparous (/nʌˈlɪpərəs/) is a term used in medicine and obstetrics to describe a woman who has never given birth to a child, either by choice or due to circumstances.
Etymology
The term originates from the Latin words "nullus" meaning "no" and "parere" meaning "to bring forth".
Related Terms
- Parity: The number of pregnancies a woman has had that have reached viable gestational age.
- Primipara: A woman who is giving birth for the first time.
- Multipara: A woman who has given birth two or more times.
- Gravida: The total number of confirmed pregnancies a woman has had, regardless of whether these pregnancies were carried to term.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nulliparous
- Wikipedia's article - Nulliparous
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