1. Chapter 19: Your Body’s Reproductive System Lesson 2: The Female Reproductive System Presented By: Nicole Pierson, Ciera Galbraith, Camille Bernot, Joanne Michel, Herce Remellion

2. No boys in class today! Relax! Feel comfortable Ask Questions

3. In this lesson, you will learn: The structure and function of the female reproductive system The process of menstruation Care of the female reproductive system How to perform a self-breast exam

4. Structures Ovaries Fallopian Tubes Uterus

5. Structures continued Vagina Labia Cervix

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7. Functions –Produces the hormones estrogen and progesterone –Stores and releases female reproductive cells, called eggs. –Allows fertilization to take placefertilization –Nourishes and protects the developing child until it is able to survive outside the female’s body.

8. The Menstrual Cycle Menstruation Ovulation Just prior to ovulation, the lining of the uterus thickens.

9. If fertilization has not occurred, the uterine lining begins to break down. Menstrual flow stops. Menstrual flow begins. Ovulation Fertilization most likely to occur The Menstrual Cycle

10. Care and Cleanliness

11. Taking Care of Yourself –Vagina: self cleansing organ Hygiene products? –Some discharge= Normal! –Shower or bathe daily

12. Cleanliness During Menses –Sanitary napkins –Tampons –Alternative methods

13. The Female Breast Lobules Duct Breast tissue Lactiferous duct Fatty Tissue Cooper’s Ligaments Nipple Areola

14. Breast Cancer Statistics

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16. Breast Self-Examination  Lying Down  In front of a Mirror  In the Shower

17. When should you examine? Once a month One week after your period starts

18. Problems that May Occur

19. Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms –Nervous tension –Anxiety –Irritability –Bloating –Weight gain –Depression –Fatigue

20. Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) Symptoms –Sudden high fever –Vomittng –Diarrhea –Dizziness

21. Cervical Cancer Risk Factors: –Family History –Early Sexual Activity Diagnosis: Pap Test

22. Gardasil Prevents 4 strains of the Human papilloma virus, which can cause cervical cancer

23. Local Resources Planned Parenthood 914 NW 13th St Gainesville, FL 32601 (352) 376-9000