1. SEX!!!!!! Brittany Robinson Health and PE

2.  The ______________is the organs that are involved in sexual intercourse and in-turn reproduction  Made up of internal and external organs; also includes hormones and glands Let’s Start with the Parts:  The reproductive system begins to mature at ______; when testosterone begins to spike

3.  ______: A tube shaped organ that extends from the body just above the testes The Male Side

4.  At birth, the penis has a covering of thin loose skin called _________ that covers the head  Often, this foreskin is removed at birth. This procedure is known as a Circumcision. The Male Side  In the U.S. 60-70% of baby boys are circumcised.

5.  Research what cultures/ religions have differing views on this subject.  Find at least three different cultures/religions and what their views are. To Circumcise or Not?

6.  Pros of Circumcision:  Can reduce the prevalence of HIV  Sub-Sahara Africa = 68% decrease  Decreased risk of urinary tract infections  No risk of infections surrounding foreskin To Circumcise or Not?

7.  Cons of Circumcision:  May increase ________- inflammation of the opening of the penis  May decrease sexual satisfaction for both partners To Circumcise or Not?

8.  There is major controversy over whether or not circumcising new-born babies is ethical or not.  Do you think that this is a violation of the infant’s human rights/freedom of choice?  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-- KVD3tcmhM To Circumcise or Not?

9.  ________: external skin sac that contains the testes  ____________: are two small glands that produce sperm The Male Side

10.  _________ is the male reproductive cell The Male Side

11.  The scrotum protects the sperm in the testes, it also helps keep the sperm at 98.6 degrees F, or normal body temperature.  If it’s too warm, the suspensory ligament and scrotum muscles drop the testes down.  If it’s too cold, the opposite occurs, and pulls the testes in closer to the body. The Male Side

12.  When puberty hits, the testes start to secrete ________ and producing sperm.  This increase in testosterone and the presence of _________ results in the ability for males to experience an erection.  An erection occurs when there is an increase in blood flow to the penis. The Male Side

13.  Many different things can cause this increase in blood flow, especially during pubescent years.  Even the friction of clothing can sometimes cause arousal. This can be a cause of embarrassment for many young males. The Male Side

15.  At the onset of sexual stimulation, the male reproductive system begins producing pre-ejaculate fluid.  This fluid is a clear mucous like liquid produced and secreted through the urethra in order to balance the pH from the acidity of urine to a safe level for the passage of sperm. This fluid can also serve as a natural lubricant.  On rare occasion, pre-ejaculate fluid may contain sperm.  Therefore, it is difficult to say that “withdrawal” (or withdrawing the penis before full ejaculation) is a safe practice for contraception. The Male Side

16.  When the male reaches the peak of sexual arousal, a series of muscular contractions begin to occur.  These contractions bring the sperm through the _______________, mixing it in with other things to be secreted. The Male Side

17.  Eventually all is secreted through the penis (more specifically the urethra) in a substance called____________.  Semen is a thick white or greyish fluid that contains sperm and other secretions from the male reproductive system.  Other substances in semen include _________, sugars, citric acid, and potassium. The Male Side

18.  The average volume of semen produced in a single ejaculation varies from 2 to 5 ml. The Male Side

19.  The semen from a single ejaculation may contain between ________________, depending on the volume of the ejaculate and the length of time since the last ejaculation. The Male Side

21.  This amount of sperm is alarming considering it takes only one sperm to fertilize a female egg.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65BV5dXXxzM The Male Side

22.  Problems with male reproductive organs  Impotence  Sterility  Inguinal Hernia  Testicular Cancer The Male Side

23.  ___________: consistent inability to sustain an erection sufficient for sexual activity or the inability to achieve ejaculation  Risk of this problem increases with age  Other causes:  Poor diet  Lack of physical activity  Diabetes  Smoking  Alcohol  Depression  Stress The Male Side

24.  Treatment:  Stopping any activity that may cause the problem  Prescription medication The Male Side

25.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xk9JwV8sZTs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xk9JwV8sZTs  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LErirfXcWp0&feature=rela ted http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LErirfXcWp0&feature=rela ted  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDLTtUAdm10&feature=re lated http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDLTtUAdm10&feature=re lated The Male Side

26.  ___________: male infertility> the inability to produce sperm  Causes:  Environmental factors  Exposure to radiation  Hormone changes  Use of drugs  Anabolic Steroids The Male Side

27.  Tight clothing that restricts the movement of the scrotum may hinder the production of sperm. The Male Side

28.  ____________: Separation of of tissue allowing the intestine to push through the abdominal wall near the top of the scrotum The Male Side

29.  Causes: Lifting heavy objects and or straining the abdominal muscle  Symptoms:  Lump in Groin Area near the thigh  Pain in groin  SEVERE: partial or complete intestinal blockage  Surgery is usually necessary The Male Side

30.  Testicular Cancer  WORKSHEET!!! The Male Side

31.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ti-xjqthyAE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ti-xjqthyAE  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IL_litNJdfg&feature=relmf u The Male Side

32.  Use this website: http://kidshealth.org/parent/general/body_basics/male_repro ductive.html# http://kidshealth.org/parent/general/body_basics/male_repro ductive.html#  And do the male reproductive overview worksheet The Male Side