female reproductive system. estrogen hormones produced by ovaries stimulates development of...
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Female Reproductive System
Estrogen
•Hormones produced by ovaries•Stimulates development of Secondary Sex
Characteristics (SSC)
Secondary Sex Characteristics (SSC)•Physical Changes
▫Increase in height ▫Widening of the hips▫Skin changes ▫Enlargement of external genitalia ▫Mature ova form ▫Menstruation begins
External organs
•Mons veneris •Labia majora •Labia minora •Clitoris
Internal Organs
•Ovaries •Fallopian Tubes •Uterus-fertilized egg grows here •Cervix •Vagina
Menstrual Cycle
1. Ovum matures (ovulation)2. Released from follicle 3. Moves toward uterus 4. Can be fertilized or disintegrates
Premenstrual Syndrome
•Combination of physical and emotional symptoms that effect a females 7 to 10 days prior to menstruation
Amenorrhea
•Absence of menstruation
Pap smear
•Screening test for cervical cancer
Protecting reproductive health
•Practice abstinence •Good menstruation hygiene health •Develop habits that prevent or lessen
cramps •Keep a calendar of cycle •Monthly breast exams •Regular medical check ups •Signs of infection seek medical help
Menstruation Cycle
•Days 1-5 blood flow occurs •6-12 uterine lining begins to thicken •13-14 ovulation occurs •15-20 hormones are released to support
pregnancy •21-28 corpus luteum disintegrates if no
egg is fertilized•Menstruation begins