Exam

Front 1

Identify four tests that might be undertaken in a man to investigate infertility

Back 1

- Semen analysis to look at number ofsperm present and to look for any abnormalities in the morphology and motility ofthe sperm

Post-ejaculation urinalysis

- Sperm in your urine can indicate your sperm are traveling backward into the bladder instead of out your penis during ejaculation

Front 2

Identify four tests that might be undertaken in a man to investigate infertility

Back 2

- Scrotal ultrasound- can help see if there is a varicocele or other problems in the testicles and supporting structures.

- General physical examination and medical history. Including examining your genitals and asking questions about any inherited conditions, chronic health problems, illnesses, injuries or surgeries that could affect fertility.

Front 3

Identify and provide rationale fortwo symptoms or problems that may be experienced by a woman with polycysticovarian syndrome

Back 3

- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), also known as polycysticovarian syndrome, is a common health problem caused by an imbalance ofreproductive hormones

- Estrogen and progesterone levels are affected in women withpcos, they are the female hormones that help a woman's ovaries release eggs. InPCOS, mature eggs are not released. Instead, they stay in the ovaries with asmall amount of fluid around them this can cause irregular periods.

Front 4

Identify and provide rationale for two symptoms or problems that may be experienced by a woman with polycystic ovarian syndrome

Back 4

- Androgen is the male sex hormones, produced by the ovaries but if insulin is affected by pcos then the excess insulin can also increase the levels of androgen. Excess androgen prevents the ovaries from releasing an egg during the menstrual cycle. Excess androgen also cause excess hair growth (hirsutism) on areas such as face, arms, back, chest, abdomen