Uterus

Huntington’s is an inherited disease that targets the brain’s function. The disorder takes over and kills parts of the brain causing the individual with the disease to lose motor function, memories and the ability to rationalize. The defect occurs in a single gene and because Huntington’s is an autosomal dominates disorder the offspring only needs one copy of the abnormal gene to possibly develop the disease. The Huntington’s mutation occurs in the HTT gene, this gene controls the production…

On January 22 in the year of 1973 , The United States Supreme Court , in a 7 - 2 decision legalized abortion in America . The Supreme Court decided that a woman's decision to terminate a pregnancy was protected by the “ right of privacy” which can be founded in the Fourteenth Amendment's concept of “ personal liberty”. Since the legalization of Abortion in 1973, over 57 million unborn babies have been killed. That is about 155…

1. Explain the roles of hormones in sexual development. Hormones arouse cells and organs to specific activities and influence the way we look, feel, develop, and behave. 2. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems. The visible part of the male sexual anatomy are the penis and the scrotum, the pouch that contains the testes. The testes makes testosterone and sperm. Immature sperm is stored in the epididymis. Inside the body are several structures involved…

What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition in which cells that are typically found inside the uterus (endometrial cells) are discovered outside of the uterus. As far as I can tell and in my own words, endometriosis is an agonizing sickness. I generally have extremely difficult periods, and have likewise had years of endless weakness and fatigue. I have frailty and more often than not I feel tired. I made many visits to several doctors until I was diagnosed to have Endometriosis. My…

Blighted Ovum A blighted ovum is a condition in which a fertilized egg (embryo) attaches itself to the uterus but does not develop. The condition causes the placenta to grow and pregnancy hormones to be secreted. A blighted ovum is also called an anembryonic pregnancy. Women with this condition test positive for pregnancy even though they are not pregnant. CAUSES This condition may be caused by: A problem with a type of gene called a chromosome. A poor quality sperm or egg. SYMPTOMS…

There are many couples who are infertile and are unable to conceive their own child. Infertility can be caused because of many different reasons. If a couple is unable to have a child because of infertility, is it so wrong for the couple to want a their own biological child? There are many different reasons a couple can be infertile. There are also a variety of solutions to the infertility problem. In women there can be an uneven hormone balance. If there is an uneven hormone balance then eggs…

curettage is the most common early procedure. Suction curettage can be done in between the seventh and twelfth week of a pregnancy. In this process a thin plastic tube is inserted through the birth canal into the cervix and into the cavity of the uterus. Then a suction is applied to suck out all contents.…

Birth Control Birth control is used to prevent or delay a pregnancy. There are several different methods of birth control available. Some methods contain hormones, require a prescription, involve surgery, or may even be free of cost. Deciding which birth control to use is an individual choice which can change depending on one’s religion, age, side effects, personal finances, or the desired family size. Having some knowledge about each method can help narrow the options. With the help of the…

birth and supporting new life” (Hendry). Yet some people do not appreciate the opportunity and instead they damage the uterus each time an abortion is done. An abortion may lead to many complications. For examples: excessive bleeding from a torn cervix, infections that lead to fevers or scarring, an “incompetent cervix” from forcing open the cervix for an abortion, and “perforated uterus, bowel, or bladder” due to damage from the unsafe instruments used. Worst of all, “women who have abortions…

All living organisms, including humans, reproduce to ensure the survival of their species. The male and female reproductive systems are essential for reproduction. The main purpose of the male reproductive system is to produce and deliver sperm into the female reproductive system. The main purpose of the female reproductive system is to produce egg cells and to nurture a fertilized egg so it is able to develop into a fetus. The male and female reproductive systems are distinct from one another…