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Female Reproductive Organs . The organs of the female reproductive system enable pregnancy to occur with the monthly ovulation. The female reproductive system matures at puberty. Female Reproductive Organs. The female reproductive system has several functions 1 ) 2 ) . Eggs.
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Female Reproductive Organs The organs of the female reproductive system enable pregnancy to occur with themonthly ovulation. The female reproductive system matures at puberty.
Female Reproductive Organs The female reproductive system has several functions 1) 2) . Eggs Female gametes
Female Reproductive Organs A female at birth has400,000 immature ova in her ovaries. Ovaries The female sex glands that store the ova, or eggs, and produce female sex hormones
Female Reproductive Organs Theare located on each side of the uterus. Uterus
Female Reproductive Organs The process of ovulation is controlled by the release of luteinizing hormone by the pituitary gland. Ovulation
Female Reproductive Organs A mature ovum is released from an ovary and moves into one of the two fallopian tubes. Fallopian tubes
Female Reproductive Organs Sperm from the male enter the female reproductive system through the vagina. Vagina
Female Reproductive Organs The endometrium tissues pass through the cervix and into the vagina. Cervix
Female Reproductive Organs The cervix is the opening of the uterus. The uterus protects and nourishes a developing fetus. Uterus The ovaries contain ova and produce hormones. Ova travel to the uterus through the fallopian tubes. Fallopian Tubes Endometrium Endometrium tissue lines the uterus. The passageway from the uterus to the outside of the body.
Female Reproductive Organs The fertilization of an egg by a sperm produces a cell called a. When the zygote leaves the fallopian tube, it enters the uterus anditself to the uterine wall. The fetus remains in the uterus until birth.
Female Reproductive Organs After a female matures, the uterus prepares each month for possible pregnancy. If pregnancy doesn’t occur, menstruationoccurs. Menstruation
Maintaining Reproductive Health Good hygiene, breast self-exams, and abstinence from sexual activity help female reproductive system health. Sound health practices will help females care for their reproductive systems.
Maintaining Reproductive Health Tips for Maintaining Your Reproductive Health Have regular medical exams.
Breast Self-Exam Breast cancer is the most common cancer and theleading cause of death, after lung cancer, for women in the United States.
Breast Self-Exam The American Cancer Society recommends that females examine their breastsa month, right after the menstrual period, when breasts are not tender. Early detection isfor successful treatment of breast cancer.
Female Reproductive System Problems Several disorders can affect the female reproductive system, and some can lead to infertility. While menstrual cramps and premenstrual syndrome are common, toxic shock syndrome is uncommon.
Female Reproductive System Problems Cramps that occur at the beginning of a menstrual period A disorder caused by hormonal changes A rare but serious bacterial infection that affects the immune system and the liver
Infertility and Other Disorders Infertility in females can have several causes. Uterine tissue grows outside the uterus Diseases spread through sexual contact Infection that causes discharge, odor, pain, itching, or burning Fluid-filled sacs on the ovary Cancer of the cervix, uterus, or ovaries
