Hernia

Preventing problems 1.Prevent STD’s use protection 2.Prevent jock itch 3.Prevent Trauma (wear a sports cup) 4.Be Aware of hernia signs (caused by straining to push or lift something, heavy coughing or sneezing) 5.Preform Self Exam Once a Month

Female Concerns Infertility- Inability for a female to become pregnant Problems that can cause infertility: Blocked fallopian tubes- Causes are pelvic inflammation disease or abdominal surgery. ***Leading cause of infertility*** Pelvic Inflammation Disease- (PID) Infection in Fallopian Tubes and Uterus Endometriosis- Uterine tissue grows outside the uterus, often appearing on the ovaries, fallopian tubes and the abdominal cavity

Concens continued… Problems related to menstruation: Menstrual cramps- Cramps in abdominal occur during menstrual period Dysmenorrhea- Painful contractions lasting 1-2 days Amenorrhea- Lack of menstruation by age of 16 or stopping of cycle for 3 or more months (PMS) Premenstrual Syndrome- Symptoms are: nervous tension, anxiety, irritability, bloating, wt gain, depression, mood swings

(TSS) Toxic Shock Syndrome- Caused by using tampons during menstruation Bacteria produce a toxic poison that affects liver and the immune system Symptoms: vomiting, dizziness, rash, kidney and liver damage, diarrhea Pap Smear- Test to detect for abnormal cells in cervix Vaginitis- Most common vaginal infection in women of childbearing age Symptoms: Discharge, odor, itching, pain Ovarian Cysts- Fluid-filled sacs on the ovary. Small non-cancerous, usually disappear on their own. Larger cysts may need surgery

Concerns continued… Yeast Infection- Fungus, thick white cheesy discharge, foul odor, and severe itching Sterility- Untreated STD, blockage of tubes, fertilization can not occur Breast Cancer- Change in breast or nipple, lump or swelling in breast or armpit Self Exam should be performed once per month Mammogram- X-ray of the breast to locate any mass or tumor. Cervical Cancer- Causes can include many sexual partners, early sexual activity, effects women between 20-30

Mammogram

Mammogram of breast