Female and Male Reproductive Systems
Reproductive System: Organs that make possible the production of offspring.
Female Reproductive System: Produces the female sex hormones Provides female reproductive cell: Egg Cell Provides a place for fertilization to occur Protects and nourishes the fertilized egg as it grows and matures into a human being
Male Reproductive System: Provides the male reproductive cells: Sperm Produces sperm between ages 12 and 15 during a time called puberty Provides sperm a way to travel out the body
Problems of the Female Reproductive System: 1. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS): a collection of physical and emotional changes before and during menstruation 2. Toxic Shock Syndrome: rare but serious bacterial infection associated with incorrect tampon use. It many produce a fever and a sun-burn like rash, requires immediate medical care 3. Infertility: the inability to reproduce. It may be due to blocked fallopian tubes or failure to produce eggs. 4. Ovarian Cysts: growths on the ovary 5. Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs): diseases that are spread during sexual contact. 6. Cancer: uncontrolled cell growth that destroys healthy tissue. (BREASTS, OVARIES, UTERUS, CERVIX)
Problems of the Male Reproductive System: 1. INGUINAL HERNIA: tissue separation that allows part of the intestine to push into the scrotum. Caused by heavy lifting. 2. STERILITY: the inability to produce enough healthy sperm to reproduce. Some causes: illness or exposure to drugs. 3. ENLARGED PROSTATE GLAND: common problem associated with aging. 4. SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES (STD): diseases that are spread by sexual contact. 5. CANCER: uncontrolled cell growth that destroys healthy tissue. (TESTICLES, PROSTATE)
How to take care of the Female Reproductive System: 1. Examine your breasts. Check once a month for unusual lumps or thickening. 2. Bathe regularly. 3. During menstruation (period) change tampons and sanitary pads frequently. 4. Record your menstrual periods. 5. Practice sexual abstinence before marriage
How to take care of the Male Reproductive System: 1. Get regular checkups by a physician. 2. Practice self-examination of the scrotum and testicles once a month, checking for unusual lumps or swelling. 3. Bathe regularly to ensure cleanliness. 4. Avoid wearing tight underwear, and wear a protective cup or supporter during athletic activities to prevent accidental injuries. 5. Practice sexual abstinence before marriage.
Pneumonic for Female F U O C E V (Using the front view; Starts at the C and goes clock-wise) Can ugly ferrets obey every vegetable?
Pneumonic for the Male B P S C U P V E S T (Using the front view; Starts at the top right) Big pink cats party every Tuesday. Some varieties use soap.
SCAVENGER HUNT
Female Reproductive System Parts and Functions LABIA CLITORIS Vaginal Opening HYMEN VAGINA CERVIX Uterus FALLOPIAN TUBES OVARIES Ova (Egg) Folds of skin that surround the vaginal opening Highly sensitive organ composed of erectile tissue The opening to the vagina Thin membrane of skin which may or may not be intact Female organ of intercourse also know as the birth canal Neck of the uterus Hollow, muscular organ that protects & nourishes a developing fetus Two tubes that connect the uterus to the ovaries Female sex glands which produce egg cells and female hormones Mature egg cells released at ovulation
Male Reproductive System Internal Organs Parts and Functions VAS DEFERENS SEMINAL VESICLE PROSTATE Cowper s Glands Tube from Epididymis to Urethra Makes a sugary fluid to nourish sperm Makes a chemical fluid; protects sperm 2 small glands; neutralizing fluid Components of Semen: Sperm Seminal Vesicle Fluid Prostate Fluid Cowper s Gland Fluid
Male Reproductive System External Organs Parts and Functions SCROTUM TESTES EPIDIDYMIS URETHRA PENIS Protective Sac Produce sperm and testosterone Stores sperm Carries urine and semen from body Male organ of intercourse Male Concern: - Nocturnal Emission