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The menstrual cycle is the period from the first day of one menstruation to the day before the next menstruation begins.

Amenorrhea is a state where menstruation has not started or where previous menstruation has stopped for a certain period.

Menorrhagia is a condition where menstrual bleeding is heavy or prolonged, interfering with daily life. Please record the pad change interval, blood clots, bleeding duration, dizziness, and shortness of breath; sudden heavy bleeding requires prompt medical evaluation.

Abnormal uterine bleeding is a general term for bleeding where the timing, amount, or duration of menstruation differs from your usual pattern.

Dysmenorrhea is lower abdominal or back pain that occurs before or after menstruation; we distinguish between primary pain and secondary pain caused by other diseases.

Chronic pelvic pain is a condition where pain in the pelvic area persists or recurs over a long period, affecting daily life.

Endometriosis is a chronic disease where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, which can cause inflammation and pain.

Adenomyosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows into the muscular wall of the uterus, which can cause dysmenorrhea and excessive bleeding.

Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the muscular layer of the uterus; depending on their location and size, they can cause bleeding, pain, or a feeling of pressure.

Vaginitis is a condition characterized by discharge, odor, itching, and stinging; treatment varies depending on the cause, such as Candida, bacterial vaginosis, or Trichomonas.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a condition diagnosed by comprehensively evaluating irregular ovulation, signs of excess male hormones, and ovarian morphology.

AMH is a blood test used to predict the response to ovarian stimulation by indirectly reflecting the population of follicles remaining in the ovaries.

The menopausal transition is a period of change that begins when menstrual cycles start to vary and continues until the final menstruation; it may be accompanied by hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and vaginal dryness.

Anemia is a condition where the blood lacks the ability to carry sufficient oxygen; repeated excessive bleeding can lead to iron deficiency anemia.

Ovulation is the process by which an egg is released from the ovary. Since the date can vary with each menstrual cycle, it is difficult to determine the exact ovulation date based on calendar calculations alone.

Implantation bleeding is a common term for the small amount of bleeding that may occur in early pregnancy, approximately 2 weeks after ovulation. Implantation or pregnancy status cannot be confirmed by color and amount alone.

Diminished ovarian reserve refers to the possibility that there are fewer follicles and eggs available to respond to ovarian stimulation compared to others of the same age. It does not mean that egg quality or the possibility of natural pregnancy is determined by a single value.

Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome is a complication where the ovaries overreact to ovulation-inducing or IVF medications, causing them to enlarge and leading to symptoms such as abdominal bloating, pain, and nausea.

Lochia refers to the blood and vaginal discharge that occurs while the uterus recovers after childbirth. It is generally red at first, then gradually decreases in amount and changes to brown, pink, or a lighter color.

Vaginal discharge is fluid produced by the vagina; clear or white discharge without a strong odor can change naturally according to the menstrual cycle.

Pattern identification is a diagnostic process that determines the direction of Korean herbal medicine prescriptions by examining the actual combination of bleeding, pain, and discharge along with sleep, digestion, sensitivity to heat or cold, and fatigue, even for the same women's disease diagnosis.

Menstrual blood clots occur when menstrual blood clumps together. Do not determine the cause based on the size of the clots alone; consider the frequency of changing menstrual products, nighttime changes, bleeding burden such as leaking, pain, dizziness, shortness of breath, and recovery after menstruation. If you experience bleeding that quickly soaks through a pad, dizziness, fainting, or shortness of breath, seek medical evaluation first.

Abnormal uterine bleeding is a general term for bleeding that occurs outside of the expected menstrual period.

Dyspareunia is a symptom where pain is felt at the vaginal opening or deep in the pelvis during or after sexual intercourse.

Secondary dysmenorrhea refers to menstrual pain that occurs in association with other causes such as endometriosis, adenomyosis, or fibroids.

Pelvic inflammatory disease is a condition where infection and inflammation occur in the upper reproductive organs, such as the uterus and fallopian tubes. Lower abdominal pain, fever, abnormal discharge, and dyspareunia may occur together. To ensure treatment is not delayed, necessary tests and antibiotic treatment should be confirmed.

Bacterial vaginosis is a condition where the balance of bacteria in the vagina changes, which can lead to watery discharge and odor.

Candida vaginitis is a type of vaginitis caused by an overgrowth of Candida fungus, which can cause severe itching, burning, and clumpy discharge.

Trichomonas vaginitis is a protozoan infection that can be transmitted through sexual contact, and may present with discharge, odor, itching, and urinary discomfort.

In vitro fertilization is an infertility treatment where an egg and sperm are fertilized outside the body, and the resulting embryo is then transferred into the uterus.

Premenstrual syndrome refers to a pattern where physical and mood symptoms recur before menstruation and decrease once menstruation begins.

An ovarian cyst is a sac-like change filled with fluid or other materials inside or on the surface of the ovary.

Breast engorgement is a common term for the condition where the breasts become hard, swollen, or painful as they fill with milk after childbirth.

Mastitis is a condition where the breast becomes swollen, hot, and painful; during breastfeeding, it can appear suddenly in one breast and may be accompanied by body aches, chills, and fever.

Miscarriage refers to the natural end of a pregnancy. Since a miscarriage cannot be determined by early pregnancy bleeding or abdominal pain alone, the progress is monitored via ultrasound and necessary blood tests.