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Fallopian tubes

The narrow, muscular tubes attached to the upper part of the uterus that serve as tunnels for the ova to travel from the ovaries to the uterus. Conception, the fertilization of an egg by a sperm, normally occurs in the fallopian tubes.
Female circumcision

The removal of part of a female’s external genitalia (reproductive organs), usually the clitoris. Also called female genital mutilation.
Fetishism

A disorder in which a person has sexual urges and engages in behavior associated with non-living objects.
Fibroids

Nodules of smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissue that develop within the wall of the uterus (womb). Medically, they are called uterine leiomyomata (singular: leiomyoma).
Fimbriae

The finger-like projections on the end of the fallopian tubes. The fimbriae sweep the egg into the tube.
Flank

The fleshy side of the body between the ribs and hip.
Fluorouracil

A chemotherapy medication in cream form that is applied directly to the skin. It is used to treat certain skin problems, including cancer and conditions that could become cancerous if not treated. Fluorouracil works by interfering with the growth of abnormal cells.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland (at the base of the brain). In men, FSH is necessary for sperm production (spermatogenesis). In women, FSH stimulates the growth of follicles, the small, fluid-filled cysts that hold the eggs and the supporting cells responsible for the growth and nurturing of the egg.
Foreskin

The loose skin that covers the head of the penis.
Fosamax

Also known as alendronate, Fosamax is a drug that has been shown to increase bone mass and decrease the number of fractures. It is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis.
Frotteurism

A disorder in which the focus of a person’s sexual urges is related to touching or rubbing his genitals against the body of a non-consenting, unfamiliar person

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