Transcript The Female Reproductive System

The Female Reproductive System
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The female reproductive system has four
main functions.
 Produces
estrogen and progesterone, which is
necessary for sexual development and
reproduction.
 Stores and releases reproductive cells called
eggs.
 Allows for fertilization to take place.
 Nourishes and protects the developing child.
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Ovaries-two female reproductive glands,
releases eggs.
 Fallopian tubes-lead from ovaries to the
uterus. Fertilization of the egg takes place
here.
 Uterus-pear-shaped organ in which a
developing child is nourished.
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Cervix-the opening at the bottom of the
uterus.
 Vagina-muscular passageway that leads
from the uterus to the outside of the body.
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 Menstrual
flow leaves the body through the
vagina.
 A baby is pushed out of its mother’s body
through the vagina.
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Labia-the folds of skin that cover the
opening of the vagina.
Menstrual Cycle
Ovulation-process by which the ovaries
release a single mature egg, starts at
puberty.
 Menstruation-the flow of the uterine lining
material from the body.
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 Usually
starts between ages 9-16.
 When pregnant, lining is not shed so no
menstruation.
Menstrual Cycle
 Occurs
approximately every 28 days, but can
vary.
 Last for about 5 days, but can vary.
 Teen’s cycle can change.
Fertilization
Sperm enters the vagina, travels through
the uterus to the fallopian tubes where
fertilization takes place.
 Fertilization-union of the sperm and egg.
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 After
egg is fertilized the egg moves to the
uterus, implants on the wall, grows and
develops.
Female Health Concerns
Vaginitis-inflammation, pain, itching and
discharge.
 Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)-physical
and emotional discomfort.
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 Headache
 Fatigue
 Irritability
 Acne
 Abdominal
cramps
Female Health Concerns
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Toxic shock syndrome-bacterial infection
 Half
of all cases are linked to tampon use.
 Symptoms
 Fever
 Vomit
 Rash
 Diarrhea
 Fainting
Female Health Concerns
 Men
can get toxic shock syndrome following
 Burns
 Boils
 Insect
bits
 Infections after surgery
Female Health Concerns
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Cancer
 Breast
cancer
 Ovarian cancer
 Uterine cancer
 Cervical cancer
Female Health Concerns
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Infertility-the inability to have children.
Caring for the female reproductive
system.
Shower daily, particularly during
menstruation.
 Yearly appointments with your
gynecologist.
 Perform breast examinations every month.
 Keep a record of menstrual cycle.
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