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-Symptoms: Irregular periods, heavy bleeding, acne, weight gain, excessive hair
growth, and fertility issues.
2. Endometriosis:
-Definition: A condition where the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of it,
causing inflammation and pain.
-Symptoms: Pelvic pain, painful periods, pain during intercourse, heavy bleeding,
and infertility.
-Treatment: Antibiotics to clear the infection, pain medications, and in severe cases,
hospitalization may be required.
4. Cervical Cancer:
-Definition: A type of cancer that starts in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus.
-Symptoms: Abnormal vaginal bleeding, pain during intercourse, pelvic pain, and
abnormal vaginal discharge.
5. Ovarian Cancer:
-Definition: A type of cancer that forms in the ovaries, the organs that produce eggs.
-Symptoms: Abdominal bloating, pelvic pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly,
urinary urgency, and changes in menstrual cycles.
-Symptoms: Pain or discomfort in the pelvic region, frequent and painful urination,
urinary urgency, and flu-like symptoms.
3. Testicular Cancer:
-Definition: Cancer that forms in the testicles, the male reproductive organs that
produce sperm and testosterone.
-Definition: Non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that can cause urinary
symptoms.
5. Epididymitis:
-Definition: Inflammation or infection of the epididymis, a tube that carries and stores
sperm.
-Symptoms: Pain or discomfort in the scrotum, swelling, redness, and warmth of the
scrotal skin, and discharge from the penis.