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3 major functions of female reproductive system
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1.Produce and release egg; 2. Produce estrogen; 3.Reproduction
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Menstruation
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monthly cycle (average of 28 days); 3 phases are follicular phase, ovulation phase, and luteal phase (includes menstrual cycle)
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Ova (egg)
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fragile; can only be fertilized in first 12-24 hours after being released
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Hymen
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“Maidenhead”; thin membrane that stretches across the vaginal opening; in center is a perforation where menstrual blood leaves and tampons are inserted; absence or presence is not a sign of virginity; if present, will usually tear and bleed during first coitus (intercourse)
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Pap Test
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Test to detect cervical cancer
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Ovulation
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Release of a mature ovum from the ovary
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Ovary
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Produce ova and secrete estrogen
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Menopause
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Female reproductive system gradually stops making the hormones that get the reproductive system to work; periods stop; between ages of 47-59
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Fertilization
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Occurs in the upper third of the fallopian tube within 12-24 hours after ovulation; sperm combines with ovum
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Dysmenorrhea
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painful menstruation or cramps; causes may include inflammation, stress, constipation, ovarian cysts, STDs, fibroids, endometriosis, PMS
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Estrogen
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Hormone responsible for female sexual characteristics
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Ectopic Pregnancy
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When the egg implants in the fallopian tube and uterus the uterus; growth of the egg causes tube to rupture; requires surgery
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Toxic Shock Syndrome
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Bacterial infection during menstruation from using tampons; symptoms include sudden high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, rash and dizziness; can be deadly if not treated immediately
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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
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medical condition that causes a variety of physical and psychological symptoms just before period begins: bloating, breast tenderness, weight gain, aggression, trouble concentrating
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Best time for breast self-exam and why
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1 week after the menstrual period because breasts are less tender and lumpy
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Five ways to keep female system healthy and why important
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* cleanliness
* change tampons and pads often * do not uses douches or hygiene sprays * monthly breast self-exams (detect cancer) * yearly medical check-ups * mammograms starting at 40 *sexual abstinence (no STDs) |
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Fallopian tubes
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Egg travels through the tubes to reach the uterus
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Uterus
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womb – pouch where embryo is implanted and grows
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Vagina
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functions are: organ of intercourse, passageway for sperm, canal for birth of baby, passageway for menstrual flow
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Cervix
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retains the embryo during pregnancy
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Myometrium
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muscular fibers contract to keep arteries from hemorrhaging after childbirth
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Endometrium
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grows each month to serve the fertilized egg
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