gynecologic
Having to do with the female reproductive tract (including the cervix, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, and vagina).
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9 matchesgynecologic cancer
Cancer of the female reproductive tract, including the cervix, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, and vagina.
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A doctor who specializes in treating cancers of the female reproductive organs.
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A doctor who specializes in treating diseases of the female reproductive organs.
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A curette is a handheld surgical tool used to scrape or scoop tissue, debris, or growths from a body surface or cavity.
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Laser surgery uses a focused, high energy beam of light to cut, seal, or remove tissue with precision across many surgical fields.
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Leuprolide is a hormone-suppressing injectable used for advanced prostate cancer, early puberty, and certain gynecologic conditions, sold under names including Lupron.
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Checking one organ for one kind of change, it is not a test for infections, for ovarian cancer, or for general gynecological health.
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The commonest misunderstanding in gynecology: total means the cervix as well, not the ovaries as well.
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