Ovarian disease
Ovarian Disease
Ovarian disease refers to any condition that affects the ovaries, the female reproductive organs that produce eggs and hormones. These conditions can affect women of all ages and can have a significant impact on a woman's fertility and overall health.
Pronunciation
Ovarian disease: /oʊˈveəriən dɪˈziːz/
Etymology
The term "ovarian" is derived from the Latin word "ovarium," which means egg or nut. The term "disease" comes from the Old French "desaise," which means lack of ease or discomfort.
Types of Ovarian Diseases
There are several types of ovarian diseases, including:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): This is a hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edges.
- Ovarian Cysts: These are fluid-filled sacs or pockets in an ovary or on its surface.
- Ovarian Cancer: This is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries.
- Ovarian Torsion: This is a condition that occurs when an ovary twists around the ligaments that hold it in place.
- Ovarian Insufficiency: Also known as premature ovarian failure, it is a condition where the ovaries lose their normal function before age 40.
Related Terms
- Endometriosis: A disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that forms the lining of your uterus grows outside of your uterine cavity.
- Hormones: Chemicals produced by the body that control numerous body functions.
- Fertility: The ability to conceive children.
- Menopause: The time that marks the end of your menstrual cycles.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ovarian disease
- Wikipedia's article - Ovarian disease
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