ovulation. Usually a woman releases just one egg each month. The egg travels down a fallopian tube‚ one of the two tubes that connect her ovaries to her uterus. If the timing is right‚ a sperm may fertilize it on its way to the uterus. If fertilization doesn’t happen within 24 hours of the egg leaving the ovary‚ the egg it moves through the uterus and disintegrates. But wait‚ that’s not all there is to this intriguing birds-and-bees’ lesson. Sperm can live for about 3 to 5 days and there are about
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I. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We would like to thank our beloved family for their support and understanding when we are doing this case. To our group mates who shared their ideas and knowledge‚ for the patience‚ for the understanding‚ encouragement and hard work that they had given through the entire process and helped bring out the best in us during our hard time on the hospital duty. We would like to express our gratitude on the management and staff ofUnciano Medical Center and to our Clinical Instructor
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contractions that results in effacement and dilatation of the cervix and voluntary bearing down efforts that result in birth. • The process of moving the fetus‚ placenta‚ and membranes out of the uterus and through the birth canal. • DELIVERY-the actual expulsion of the products of conception (fetus and placenta). • Uterus sinks downward and forward about 2 weeks before term‚ into the true pelvis. • Low persistent backache or sacroiliac distress. • Strong‚ frequent‚ but irregular contractions. • Vaginal
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Introduction Reproductive success is measured primarily by pigs produced per sow per year and is dependent upon both far rowing rate and litter size. In order to achieve optimal reproductive rates‚ both the anatomical and physiological workings of the reproductive system must function properly. A basic understanding of the anatomical and physiological function of the female pig reproductive system can aid producers in anticipating and troubleshooting reproductive problems‚ and in facilitating decisions
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state. Progesterone prepares uterus for pregnancy‚ and mammary gland for lactation. Progesterone functions with estrogen by promoting menstrual cycle changes in the endometrium. Fallopian tubes The uterine or fallopian form the initial part of the duct system. They receive the ovulated oocyte and provide the site where fertilization can occur. Each of the uterine tubes is about 10 cm long and extends medially from an ovary to empty into the superior region of the uterus. Like the ovaries‚ the uterine
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system are the secretion of oestrogen and progesterone‚ production of ova‚ gestation and delivery of the foetus. The secretion of sex hormones and production of ova functions are carried out by the ovary. The gestation and delivery are performed by the uterus and cervical canal. See diagram
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Introduction Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys the thin inner layer of the lining of the uterus (endometrium). This procedure may be done: To stop heavy periods. To stop bleeding that is causing anemia. To control irregular bleeding. To treat bleeding caused by small tumors (fibroids) in the endometrium. This procedure is often an alternative to major surgery‚ such as removal of the uterus and cervix (hysterectomy). As a result of this procedure: You may not be able to have children. However
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Attending physician: Dr. Espinola II. HEALTH HISTORY a. History of Present Illness Juana Talion‚ was admitted at the EBMC due to a hypogastric mass. She underwent ultrasound examination and found out that she is having a myoma of the uterus. On September 10‚ she was admitted and scheduled for an operation‚ but then after the result of her complete blood count was released her physician also found out she is having anemia. The operation was postponed and rescheduled after her anemia has
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moved down into the uterus‚ though there is a higher chance of miscarriage as the lining of the womb may continue to shed. The external female reproduction features have two functions; to allow insemination and to also protect against infection and injury. These structures include; the labia majora‚ which contains glands that produce sweat‚ the labia minora which surrounds the opening of the vagina and urethra‚ bartholin’s glands which are just behind the vaginal
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The hormones released by the patch prevent pregnancy in three ways: - Inhibit ovulation to prevent pregnancy - Thicken your cervical mucus to block the sperm from fertilizing your egg - Thin the lining of your uterus to make it hard for a fertilized egg to implant itself in your uterus The birth control patch won’t protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The best way to
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