Reproductive Health Group 10 Chapter 19

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Reproductive Health(Group 10 Chapter 19)

• Elizabeth Basile, Jeff Hoffman, Courtney Kerrick,
  Nicole Milana Rebecca Robinson.

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Reproduction Background information

• For 7th Graders
• Conducted in a normal class setting

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Your Bodys Reproductive System

• Part 1 The Male Reproductive System
• Part 2 The Female Reproductive System

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The Reproductive System

• Introduction

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Part 1 The Male Reproductive System
The in and out the good, the bad and the ugly of
the male reproductive system
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Male ReproductionInternal Organs

• Epididymis, Vas deferens, seminal vesicles,
  prostate gland, Bulbourethral gland, and urethra

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Quick Facts!

• Semen- The combination of sperm, seminal fluid,
  and other male reproductive secretions
• Circumcision- Surgical removal of the foreskin of
  the penis

• Epididymis- Temporary storage unit for sperm
  located on outer surface of testes
• Vas deferens- pair of tubes which lead to seminal
  vesicles and prostate gland

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Quick Facts Cont.

• Testicles- Two small glands that produce sperm
• Scrotum- Contains testes and protects sperm by
  temp regulation

• Penis- Tube-shaped organ attached to body above
  testes

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External Organs

• Testes and Penis
• 100 million sperm are produced each day!
• 300-400 million sperm in each ejaculation, but
  only one can fertilize an ovum!

DID YOU KNOW???
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Main Functions of the Male Reproductive System!

• 1. Produce sperm!
• 2. Transfer sperm to females body during sexual
  intercourse!

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Functions of the Male Reproductive System!

• Hormones from pituitary gland cause testes to
  produce testosterone.
• Physical changes
• Sperm production

• Where sperm travel to from the testes
• Sperm epididymis to mature vas deferens
  ejaculatory duct urethra out of body

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Care

• Clean your area
• Always use protection
• Avoid wearing overly tight clothing
• Wear a cup
• Self-exam

• Shower
• Clean the penis and scrotum well
• Wash under foreskin if needed
• Check for lumps

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4 Easy Steps to Performing a Testicular Exam

• Once a month you should examine your testicles
  by
• Step 1
• Check for any swelling

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4 Easy Steps to Performing a Testicular Exam
Cont.

• Step 2
• Place the index and middle fingers of
• both hands under the testicle with the
• thumbs placed on top. Roll the testicle gently
• between the thumbs and fingersyou
• shouldnt feel any pain when doing the exam.

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4 Easy Steps to Performing a Self Testicular Exam
Cont.

• Step 3
• Find the epididymis, the soft, tube-like
  structure behind the testicle.
• Cancerous lumps usually are found on the sides
  of the testicle, but can also show up on the
  front.

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4 Easy Steps to Performing a Testicular Exam Cont.

• Step 4
• If you feel a lump, see your doctor right away.

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Problems
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Problems Cont.

• Hernia- The protrusion of an organ or structure
  into surrounding tissues.
• Example Inguinal hernia occurs when part of the
  intestine protrudes through a weak point in the
  groin
• Most occur in the abdomen

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Problems Cont.

• Sterility- A condition in which a person cant
  reproduce.
• Caused by
• Environmental hazards, exposure to X-rays,
  radiation, temperature change, exposure to
  certain chemicals found it cigarettes, mumps,
  STDs, or malfunction of an organ

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Problems Cont.

• Prostate Cancer
• The second highest cancer in males
• Early detection is KEY!

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Problems Cont.

• Testicular Cancer
• Is usually a slight enlargement of the testicle
• Hard lumps
• Can be cured if caught early

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Problems Cont.

• Enlarged Prostate Gland-
• Squeezes the urethra
• Frequent or difficult urination
• Caused by Infection, tumor, or old age

• Impotence-
• Inability to maintain an erection in order to
  have intercourse

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Part 2 The Female Reproductive System

• How, what, and why the female body does what it
  does!

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Reproductive Organs

• Fallopian tube, ovary, clitoris, ovum, uterus,
  endometrium, cervix, vagina, urethra labia minora
  and majora

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Tracking The Female Egg
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Care

• Cleanliness is KEY!
• Especially during menstruation
• Breast Self-Exam
• Pap Test

• Sanitary napkins, tampons
• Note Deodorant sprays and douches should not be
  necessary and may cause irritation!

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The 4 Steps to Breast Self Exam (BSE)

• Step 1 Look at breast in mirror with arms on
  hips and bow slightly forward.
• Look for Usual size, shape, color, any
• discharge, puckering, dimpling, or scaling
• Step 2 Raise arms and look for
• same changes.

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The 4 Steps to Breast Self Exam (BSE) Cont.

• Step 3 Raise one arm and thoroughly explore
  breast with other arm by
• Use 3-4 fingers, press and make circles starting
  with outer side of breast and gradually move
  toward nipple. Do whole breast!
• Squeeze nipple to see any discharge
• Step 4 Same as step 3 but lay on back.

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Problems
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Menstrual Problems

• Menstrual Cramps- Abdominal cramps last a few
  hours.
• Exercise and heating pads are good
• Prescribed meds

• Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)- Aching muscles,
  bloodshot eyes, sore throat, high fever,
  vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, and rash
  caused by bacteria

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Menstrual Problems Cont.

• PMS- Nervous tension, anxiety, irritability,
  bloating, weight gain, depression, fatigue, and
  mood swings

Irritability
Mood Swings
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Infertility Problems

• Blocked Fallopian Tube- Leading cause of
  infertility
• Causes PID or abdominal surgery

• Endometriosis- 2nd leading cause of infertility
• Uterine tissue grows outside the uterus,
  appearing on ovaries, fallopian tubes, and
  abdominal cavity

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Infertility Problems Cont.

• Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)- Infection of
  the fallopian tubes, ovaries, and surrounding
  areas.
• Causes Damage to reproductive organs and STDs

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Other Problems

• Ovarian Cyst- Fluid filled sac on the ovary can
  lead to cancer

• Breast Cancer- Lumps on breast should be checked
  out by a doctor
• Do self-exam

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Other Problems Cont.

• Cervical Cancer
• Sexual activity and family history play a role
• Pap test

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Remember!!!

• Boys have a penis, Girls have a vagina!!!
• Once a month do a self exam
• Take care of yourself
• Clean, Clean, Clean
• Get checked out if something seems different

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THE END