Reproductive system Diana Calzada P.2
Major functions
To produce egg and sperm cells
To transport and sustain these cells.
To nurture the developing offspring.
male and female
Male
To produce, maintain, transport, and nourish sperm
To discharge sperm within the female reproductive tract.
Female
It produces the female egg cells necessary for reproduction, called the ova or oocytes
The system is designed to transport the ova to the site of fertilization
the uterus, which hosts the developing fetus, produces vaginal and uterine secretions, and passes the anatomically male sperm through to the fallopian tubes; and the ovaries, which produce the anatomically female egg cells.
includes the penis, scrotum, testes, epididymis, vas deferens, prostate, and seminal vesicles
Disorders
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Endometriosis.
Uterine Fibroids.
Gynecologic Cancer.
HIV/AIDS.
Interstitial Cystitis.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs
female hormonal cycle
menstrual cycle are menstruation, the follicular phase, ovulation and the luteal phase.
Common menstrual problems include heavy or painful periods and premenstrual syndrome
menstrual cycle a woman is most likely to conceive can increase the chance of pregnancy.