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hysterectomy

The surgical removal of the uterus (womb).

hysteria

A general term encompassing a wide range of physical or mental symptoms attributed to mental stress.

hysterosalpingogram

A test to discover whether the fallopian tubes are open and whether the shape of the uterine cavity is normal.

hysteroscope

A tube equipped with a light source and either a small camera or an optical system, used to examine the inside of the uterus (womb).

hysteroscopy

Examination of the inside of the uterus by endoscopy, using an instrument called a hysteroscope inserted through the vagina and cervix.

herniation

An abnormal protrusion (sticking out) of tissue

hyperuricosuria

A medical condition whereby there are excessive amounts of uric acid present in the urine.

hypercalciuria

A condition whereby there are excessive amounts of calcium in the urine.