Gisela Is Suffering from a Condition That Involves Thickening of the Lens

question 64

Multiple Choice

Gisela is suffering from a condition that involves thickening of the lens of her eyes. This causes her vision to become cloudy or distorted. Identify the condition that Gisela is suffering from.

• A) Glaucoma
• B) Nearsightedness
• C) Macular degeneration
• D) Cataracts

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Definitions:

Progesterone

A steroid hormone released by the ovaries, important for regulating menstruation and maintaining the early stages of pregnancy.

Endometrium

The mucous membrane lining the interior of the uterus, which thickens during the menstrual cycle in preparation for possible implantation of an embryo.

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin

A hormone produced during pregnancy by the placenta, commonly detected in pregnancy tests.

Fetal Presentation

The position of a fetus within the uterus in relation to the birth canal, classified by the part of the fetus (e.g., head, breech) nearest to the cervix.