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Female Reproductive System - Coggle Diagram
Female Reproductive System
Anatomy
Uterus and Cervix
Vagina and vulva
Physiology of menstrual cycle
Ovarian Cycle
4 key hormones
Menstruation ( degeneration of corpus luteum )
Folliculogenesis ( days 1-13 )
Luteal phase ( day 15-28 )
Vaginal Discharge
abnormal vs normal
causes
Normal
Ovulation
Pregnancy
seen in parts of
Abnormal
yeast infection
Risk Factors
Diabetes mellitus, especially if poorly controlled.
Antibiotic use, which reduces healthy vaginal bacteria (lactobacilli).
Pregnancy or high estrogen levels.
Weakened immune system, such as in HIV or from immunosuppressive therapy.
Tight, synthetic clothing or prolonged dampness (e.g., wet swimsuits).
vaginitis
Risk Factors
Hormonal changes, such as during pregnancy, menstruation, or menopause.
Allergic reactions to soaps, detergents, or feminine products.
Use of spermicides or certain lubricants.
Stress or lack of sleep, which weakens the immune system.
Poor hygiene practices.
Bacterial Vaginosis
Risk Factors
Use of intrauterine devices (IUDs).
Low estrogen levels (e.g., during menopause or from hormonal contraceptives).
Smoking.
Multiple sexual partners or a new sexual partner.
Douching, which disrupts the natural vaginal flora.
trichomoniasis
Risk Factors
Unprotected sexual intercourse.
Multiple sexual partners.
History of other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
gonorrhea
chlamydia
pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
STI
Causative Agents
that cause discharge
-Chlamydia trachomatis
-Neisseria gonorrhoeae
-Candida species
presents with pruritus, soreness and thick cottage cheese, white to yellow discharge
-Trichomonas vaginalis
that cause ulcers
-Herpes(HSV 1 and 2)
-Syphilis(treponema pallidum)
-Lymphogranuloma venereum(chlamydia trachomatis)
-Granuloma inguinale(Klebsiella granulomatis)
-Chancroid (Haemophilus ducreyi)
Vanginal Ulcers
Investigations
Treatment
depends on
cause