Human Growth and Development

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Human Growth and Development

• 7th Grade
• Lesson 2

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The Male Reproductive System

• The outside organs are the penis and scrotum.
• The scrotum is a sack of skin that holds the two
  testes and the two epididymises.
• The reproductive organs inside a mans body are
  the vas deferens, the prostate gland, the seminal
  vesicles, the Cowpers glands, and the urethra.

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The Male Reproductive System
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What Does The Male Reproductive System Do?

• Produce and release sex cells (sperm).
• Produce hormones which help a boy develop in to a
  mature man.

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Male Reproductive System

• Each sperm cell takes about 70 days to mature.
  Then, the sperm are carried into the vas
  deferens. The vas deferens are long tubes that
  lead to the urethra.

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Problems with the male reproductive system

• Some problems with the male reproductive system
  may produce a bump, a sore, or pain or discomfort
  in the testes or scrotum. Any bumps, pain, or
  uncomfortable rashes or sores require immediate
  medical attention.

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Caring For The Male Body

• Bathe every day.
• Wear clothes that are not too tight.
• Watch out for anything that seems different about
  your body.
• Avoid sexual activity.
• If you are ever concerned about your health, talk
  to you parent or doctor.

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Female Reproductive System

• A fallopian tube runs between each ovary and the
  uterus.
• The egg is drawn into the fallopian tube by
  sweeping movements of the ends of the fallopian
  tubes.
• The egg then travels through the tube to the
  uterus. The uterus meets the vagina at the
  cervix.
• A womans breasts are also a part of her
  reproductive system.

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Female Reproductive System
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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

• Both physical and emotional symptom right before
  their periods.

• Headaches
• Acne
• Bloating
• Fatigue
• Backaches

• PMS is usually seven days before a girls period
  starts, and stops as soon as menstruation begins.

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Menstruation

• During the menstrual period, blood and tissue
  leave the womans body through the vagina. This
  bleeding generally lasts 3 to 5 days. The
  menstrual period is one part of a cycle that
  lasts about 28 days.

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What Does The Female Reproductive System Do?

• Produce Eggs
• Protect and nourish the fertilized egg until it
  is fully developed.
• Give birth.

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Caring For The Female Body

• Bathe every day.
• If you have concerns, talk to a trusted adult.
• Get an annual pelvic exam starting at age 18.
• Maintain good hygiene during menstruation.
• Practice sexual abstinence.

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Questions

• What is the function of the male reproductive
  system?
• What is the function of the female reproductive
  system?
• What is the function of the testes?

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REMEMBER ..

• If you ever have any questions about your body or
  things happening around you talk to your parents
  or a trusted adult.