Glossary - F

Fallopian tube: A tube that lies between the ovary and the womb, and transports the eggs to the womb. A woman has two Fallopian tubes.

Fatigue: Extreme tiredness. It can come on quickly, or be a chronic condition.

Fibroid (leiomyoma): A benign tumour of the uterus (womb).

Follicles: Areas in the ovary, filled with fluid, containing the eggs that are released during ovulation. 

Follicle Stimulating Hormone – FSH: One of the gonadotropins - the hormones that stimulate the growth of the follicle.

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