1. Health Male Anatomy

2. The Scrotum Skin that holds the testicles
Main purpose; regulate temperature of testicles
Protect? Not so much

3. The Testicles The Latin testis originally meant "witness “
(to testify)
Reproductive organ for males
Produce sperm cells and testosterone

4. 21:32
The Epididymis
Where sperm mature

5. Vas Deferens Tubes that carry sperm They connect testicle to urethra
One tube for each testicle

6. Prostate Gland Store and secrete an alkaline fluid
Neutralizes acidity from vagina so sperm live longer
Valves control urine and semen so only one works at a time
This is why men find it difficult to urinate when they have an erection.

7. Seminal Vesicle Also alkaline to neutralize
Makes up 60% of semen – the fluid that sperm live in
Nourishes sperm

8. Cowper’s Gland Produces pre-ejaculate to lubricate urethra
Usually noticed as a fluid at the opening of the urethra when a male is aroused.
May contain sperm to impregnate a female

9. Urethra
Tube that carries semen
Tube that carries urine

10. Semen Made up of sperm – 5% of total fluid ejaculated
Made up of semen – 95% of total fluid ejaculated
Prostate, Cowper’s and seminal vesicle fluid comprise semen.

11. Sperm Reproductive cell Contains genetic material (chromosomes)
Decides sex of child
200 million to 500 million sperm per ejaculation

12. Foreskin Skin that covers head of the penis when not erect
Parents may elect for removal of foreskin after birth.

13. Circumcision Removal of foreskin
At this time, neither the CDC or SIECUS has determined whether circumcision is beneficial.

14. Testicular Torsion Vas deferens becomes
twisted and may lose blood supply

15. Hernia
Small Intestine bulges
And may protrude from
The inguinal canal

16. Testicular Cancer Abnormal growth Of cells in the testicle
Causing cells to mutate
And spread
Affects males 15-35
Years old

17. Prostate Cancer Abnormal growth on Prostate gland. Affects men 45-55
years old

18. Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Radioactive Seeds
Radiation
Chemo
Index Finger
Size of seed