Glossary
Abdomen
The area from the bottom of the ribs to the top of the thighs.
Abortion
The removal of pregnancy tissue
Acute
Sudden and severe.
Adenomyosis
A condition where the lining of the womb (endometrium) is found within the muscle wall of the womb.
Adhesions
Scars that connects two or more body structures together that are not normally connected.
Amniocentesis
A medical procedure used to take a small sample of the amniotic fluid surrounding the baby for testing.
Amniotic fluid
The watery liquid surrounding and protecting the growing fetus in the uterus.
Anaemia
A condition when the level of haemoglobin in the blood is lower than normal.
Anaesthetic
A medical way of relieving pain.
Anal sphincter
The muscle around the anus that is squeezed to prevent passing wind or opening the bowels.