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Lesson 16 - The Reproductive System
The male and female reproductive systems for the medical assistant
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Undergraduate 1
04/30/2010

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Glans Penis
Definition
The head of the penis
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Foreskin
Definition
A fold of skin that covers the glans penis.
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Circumcision
Definition
Surgical removal of the foreskin.
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Spermatocytes
Definition
Sperm cell
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Orchiectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of the testes.
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Perineum
Definition
Space between the vaginal opening or scrotum and the anus.
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Endometrium
Definition
Mucous membrane of the uterus.
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Myometrium
Definition
The muscular layer of the uterus.
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Blastocyte
Definition
Embryonic cell (fertilized egg)
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Menarche
Definition
Onset of menstruation
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Menstruation
Definition
Female cycle of producing and expelling unfertilized ovum.
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Menopause
Definition
Permanent ceasing of menstruation.
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Supine Position
Definition
Laying on back
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Lithotomy Position
Definition
Laying on back, legss spread, and feet in stirrups.
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Fundus
Definition
Upper uterus
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Dysmenorrhea
Definition
Painful menstruation
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Amenorrhea
Definition
Absence of menstruation
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LMP
Definition
Last Menstrual Period
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IVF
Definition
In Vitro Fertilization
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STD
Definition
Sexually Transmitted Disease
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UA
Definition
Urinalysis
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PSA
Definition
Prostatic-Specific Antigen
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HPV
Definition
Human Papilloma Virus
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GYN
Definition
Gynecology
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PID
Definition
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
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STI
Definition
Sexually Transmitted Disease
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UTI
Definition
Urinary Tract Infection
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TSE
Definition
Testicular Self-Examination
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HSV
Definition
Herpes Simplex Virus
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What are the structures of the male reproductive system?
Definition
Penis, urethra, testes, prostate gland, scrotum, and vas deferens (canal from testes to the urethra.
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Name the structures of the female reproductive system.
Definition
Ovaries, fimbrae, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, vagina
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What is the function of the ovaries?
Definition
To produce ova, estrogen, and progesterone
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What is the function of the fallopian tubes?
Definition
Provides a pathway for the ova from the ovaries to the uterus.
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What is the function of the mammary glands?
Definition
To produce milk for an infant.
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What is the function of the uterus?
Definition
It houses, protects, and feeds the developing fetus and helps with labor.
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What is the function of the vagina?
Definition
Passageway for the penis during sex and for the fetus during labor.
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What is spermatogenesis and where does it happen?
Definition
The production of sperm, which takes place in the testes.
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What is the function of the prostate?
Definition
To lower the pH of the urethra and surrounding canals.
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What is menopause and what are its symptoms?
Definition
Permanent end to menstruation. Symptoms are hot flaches, chills, night swets, excitability, depression, vertigo, headaches, and insomnia.
Term
Briefly describe the menstrual cycle.
Definition
Follicular phase: 9-14 days, ovum develops in ovary and endometrium in uterus thickens.
Luteal phase: 7-12 days, ovum travels down fallopian tube. Conception may occur.
Menstrual phase: 5-7 days, If no fertilization occurs then the uterine tissue and the ovum are discharged.
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Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
Definition
Enlarged prostrate in men, causes urinary problems.
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Prostatis
Definition
Acute or chronic inflammation of the prostate, usually secondary to a urinary tract infection.
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Prostrate Cancer
Definition
Cancerous cells in the prostate, affects 1 in 6 men.
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Testicular Cancer
Definition
Cancerous cells in the testicle, most common in men ages 18-32.
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Epididymitis
Definition
Inflammation of the epidiymis, whch is a duct on the surface of the testes. Usually caused by a sexually transmitted disease.
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Balanoposthitis
Definition
Inflammation of the glans penis and foreskin.
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Erectile Dysfunction
Definition
Also called impotence. Inability to maintain an erection for a satisfactory sexual experience.
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Endometriosis
Definition
Growth of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus.
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Definition
Any chronic or acute infection of the female reproductive system.
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Uterine Fibroids
Definition
Benign tumors of muscle and fat on uterus.
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Uterine Prolapse
Definition
Displacement of the uterus down into the cervix.
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Breast Cancer
Definition
Cancerous growth in the breast. 1 in 8 women develop breast cancer.
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Cervical Cancer
Definition
Cancerous growth in the cervix. Has been connected with HPV.
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Fibrocystic Breast Disease
Definition
The presence of multiple non-cancerous lumps in the breast.
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Name the three factors used to stage cancers
Definition
Tumor, node and metastasis
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Vasectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of a section of the vas deferens to sterilize a male by cutting off the passageway for sperm. The most common male reproductive procedure.
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Pap Test
Definition
Also known as a pap smear. Taking a specimen from the vagina.
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Dilatation and Curettage
Definition
Physician expands the opening of the uterus if an incomplete abortion tooke place or if there is excessive menstrual bleeding.
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Colposcopy
Definition
Visual examination of the vagina. A cervical punch biopsy is often performed at the same time.
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