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Human Sexuality Unit
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Health Care
9th Grade
05/14/2009

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genitalia
Definition
The general term for the reproducive organs of the male and female
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vulva
Definition
The collective term for the external female genitalia
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labia majora
Definition
The vulva is composed of the mons venerisl, labia minora, vaginal opening, urethral open, and the major lips. What is the correct term for major lips?
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mons veneris
Definition
These come together to form the clitoral hood
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clitoris
Definition
Becomes hard and engorged with blood, same tissue as penis, only structure in men and womnen with known function.
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hymen
Definition
Partially covers vaginal opening, was previsoually thought to be an indication of virginity.
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cystitis
Definition
Is known as a urinary track infection, caused by recent sexual intercourse or wiping from anus to vagina
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breasts
Definition
Is a secondary sex characistic, can be different sizes, are made up of mammary glands, and fat cells.
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vagina
Definition
Is the place where are sperm and deposited, the birth canal, an acidic environmant, and typically has a musky odor.
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uterus
Definition
Also known as the womb, where the fertilized egg ataches, can greatly expand
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uterus lining
Definition
The inner layer of the uterus which the woman sheds during menstruation
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cervix
Definition
Starts the size of a matchstick and dialates to 10cm during labor
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fallopian tubes
Definition
Where fertilization of the egg takes place
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fimboria
Definition
Hair like structures on the end of the fallopian tubes
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ovaries
Definition
Female gonads, male of the same tissue as the testes, produce the egg and female hormones estrogen and progesterone
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ouvla
Definition
The scientific name for the egg
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penis
Definition
Has both reproductive and urinary function; hardens during sexual arousal
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circiumsin
Definition
The removal of the foreskinin the male or the hood in the woman
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urethra
Definition
Serves as both a passage for sperm and urine
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scrotum
Definition
Holds testes, has some hair, has many sweat glands (stays at 93* f.) Has small muscle fibers which contract when cold, and relax when hot
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testes
Definition
Developed from the same tissue as the ovaries and has two functions: to produce sperm and male hormone
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epididymis
Definition
Where the sperm mature and gain mobility
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ejaculatory duct
Definition
Where sperm are sent by muscular contractions just before an ejaculation: opens inot urethra
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seminal vesicles
Definition
Adds fluid to sperm to make it into semen, adds 70% of fluid to make up semen, gives fluid sugar to help make sperm active and able to move
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prostate gland
Definition
Produces fluid which makes up 30% of the semen; helps the sperm stick together so it will not spill out of the woman
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cowper's gland
Definition
Gives off a little bit of fluid just before ejaculation, this pre-ejaculation, this pre-ejaculate often contains sperm
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tesosterone
Definition
Is the male hormone and is manufactureed in the testes between the seminiferous tubules
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FSH
Definition
Hormone which causes the development of the follicle in the ovary
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LH
Definition
Hormone which causes the release of an egg
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pre-ovulatory phase
Definition
The phase of the menstrual cycle when the follicle bursts and the ovum (egg) is released from the ovary
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post-ovulatory
Definition
Egg travels down the fallopian tube and the corpus luteum is still in the ovary producing hormones to keep the endometrium (lining of the uterus) thick
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ovualtion
Definition
The phase of menstrual cycle when the follicle bursts and the ovum (egg) is released from the ovary
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menstruation
Definition
When the endometirum (lining of the uterus) is shed from the body
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menopause
Definition
When a women does not get her period any longer; occurs at about age 50
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amenorrhea
Definition
The absence of menstruation for over 6 months or more
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pregnancy
Definition
A missed period, breast tenderness, nausea, fatigue, and frequent urination are all signs of what?
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abstinence
Definition
Can not have sex play with your partner, is 100% effective against pregnancy; prevents from STI's 
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outercourse
Definition
This may lead to intercourse; can be 100% effective against pregnancy unless pre-ejaculate comes in contact with the vulva area; risks of STI's
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the shot
Definition
Given every 12 weeks by doctor. Prevents release of egg. 97-99% effective; don't have to put in place prior to sex, and do not have to remember to take pill
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the patch
Definition
Placed on buttox, upper-outer arm, stomach, or torso; new one put in place each week 99% effective, may cause skin irritation
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the pill
Definition
Take everyday; prevents release of egg, 92-99% effective, protects thinning of bones, helps clear-up acne
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the ring
Definition
Placed inside vagina for 3 weeks, removed fourth week, 99% effective
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condom
Definition
Covers penis(latex plastic) prevents sperm and egg from meeting, 85% effective, protects agains STI's and HOv
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withdrawl
Definition
When male pulls out prior to ejaculation; 73% effective
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FAM (fertility awareness meathod)
Definition
Chart menstrural cycles and then not have sex on "unsafe" days; 75% effective
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chlamydia
Definition
Most common STD; causes unsual discharge; can lead to PID; treated by antibiotics; caused by bacteria
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genital warts
Definition
Causes HPV
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gonnorrhea
Definition
Causes a yellow green discharge in females
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hepatitis B
Definition
Causes liver damage
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pubic lice
Definition
Looks like crabs, little insects
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syphilis
Definition
Causes blindness, numbness, and trouble walking
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trichomoniasis
Definition
Causes a yellow green grey, foamy, and foul smelling discharge in women
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HIV
Definition
The virus which causes AIDS
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AIDS
Definition
Is a deadly virus which attackes immune system (die from common cold) caused by HIV
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acquatintance rape
Definition
A rape when the person raped knows their rapist
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roofies
Definition
Also know as: the forget-me pill (used in rapes)
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GHB
Definition
Also known as liquid ecstasy
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date rape
Definition
Rape which occurs in the dating situation
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ketamine
Definition
Also known as special K
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labia minora
Definition
These come together to form clitoral hood
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