cancers of the reproductive system A seminar presented in partial fulfillment of the course natural science (gs 105) By Ndu gabriella okesinachi 2008/160482 Lecturer.dr v.a ezeokoye OUTLINE 1. Introduction 2. Cervical cancer. -Epidemiology -Risk Factors -Signs and Symptoms -Investigation -Treatment and Management. 3. Prostate Cancer -Epidemiology -Risk Factors -Signs and symptoms -Investigations -Treatment and Management COMMON CANCERS OF THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM INTRODUCTION
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The reproductive system is made up of organs and tissues that are involved in the production‚ maturation of gametes and in their union and subsequent development as offspring. Sometimes problems can occur in the reproductive system. Some problems that can occur in the male reproductive system are jock itch‚ undescended testes and testicular cancer. Some problems that can occur in the female reproductive system are vaginitis‚ toxic shock syndrome‚ and cervical cancer. Problems can occur in the
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* Question 1 | | | The period of time when secondary sexual characteristics begin to develop and the potential for sexual reproduction is reached is called [a] . The first menses is called [b] ‚ and the permanent cessation of menses is called [c] | | | | | | | | | | | Correct Answers for: a | puberty | Correct Answers for: b | menarche | Correct Answers for: c | menopause | | | | | * Question 2 | | | Spermatogenesis does not occur at normal core body
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Re 7B Reproduction About the Unit This Unit covers human reproduction and development. The Unit starts with an overview of what reproduction is and considers different modes of reproduction in animals. Human reproductive organs are then covered‚ along with adaptations of sex cells. This is followed by a look at sexual intercourse‚ the menstrual cycle‚ pregnancy and birth. The Unit ends with puberty and adolescence‚ a stage which many pupils will be going through or just about to
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Discuss the Male Reproductive System The reproductive system is questionably the body system that is the most important influence on life as we know it. It is the w ay in which we procreate and ensure our existence as a species. However‚ the penis is only one part of the male reproductive system‚ which constitutes of a series responsible for generating‚ storing‚ and transporting the genetic material contained in the sperm cells. The main organs include: testicles (or testes)‚ the epididymides
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Top of Form . The Male Reproductive System > The Male Reproductive System: Introduction The male reproductive system is composed of the testes‚ genital ducts‚ accessory glands‚ and penis (Figure 21–1). The dual function of the testis is to produce spermatozoa and hormones. The genital ducts and accessory glands produce secretions that‚ aided by smooth muscle contractions‚ conduct spermatozoa toward the exterior. These secretions also provide nutrients for spermatozoa while
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Class XII Question 1: Chapter 4 – Reproductive Health Biology What do you think is the significance of reproductive health in a society? Answer Reproductive health is the total well being in all aspects of reproduction. It includes physical‚ emotional‚ behavioural‚ and social well being. Sexually transmitted diseases such as AIDS‚ gonorrhoea‚ etc. are transferred from one individual to another through sexual contact. It can also lead to unwanted pregnancies. Hence‚ it is necessary to create
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and male reproductive systems. The class covers different parts of the male and female reproductive system‚ including external and internal genitalia and how they work. We also learned about human hormones and how they play a part in human sexuality. The class gives you hard facts to review and additional resources for you to review in order to have a better understanding of the information learned in the lesson. The sites I reviewed to help me better understand the reproductive systems were: The
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Female reproductive system of earthworm- It consists of following parts: 1. Ovary 2. Oviducal funnel 3. Oviducts 4. Female genital aperture 5. Spermathaceae 1. Ovary- They are the white lobed structures which are present in the intersegment of 12/13. They consist of ova secreting cells. The ova are usually generated by the process of oogenesis. They are generally arranged on the basis of maturation. The matured ones are contained in the distal end whereas the immature ones
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7.3 Get the Facts: Male Reproductive System Using the chart illustrated on Site 1‚ carefully research the functions of the numbered structures. Please note how one organ functions with another organ. The online assessment will require definitions for each structure. Be sure to take the time to do the necessary research. Section 1‚ Site 1 and Site 2 1. Urethra: Is the tube that carries semen and urine out of the penis. 2. Bladder: Is the muscular sac that stores the urine until it is
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