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fallopian tubes — part of the female reproductive system, these tubes carry eggs from the ovaries to the uterus (or womb).

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) — a federal regulation that allows eligible employees to take up to 12 work weeks of unpaid leave during any 12 month period for the serious health condition of the employee, parent, spouse or child, or for pregnancy or care of a newborn child, or for adoption or foster care of a child.

fatigue — a feeling of lack of energy, weariness or tiredness.

fatty tissue — connective tissue that contains stored fat. Also referred to as adipose tissue. Fatty tissue in the breast protects the breast from injury.

feces — waste eliminated from the bowels.

fever — body temperature is raised above normal and is usually a sign of infection or illness.

flat nipple — a nipple that cannot be compressed outward, does not protrude or become erect when stimulated or cold.

follicle — each month, an egg develops inside the ovary in a fluid filled pocket called a follicle. This follicle releases the egg into the fallopian tube.

follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) — a hormone produced by the pituitary gland. In women, it helps control the menstrual cycle and the production of eggs by the ovaries.

forced prostitution — To make someone have sex for money, against their will.