The
purpose is to reproduce! To make a
baby! (Same as the male reproduction
system!)
Tubular organ that:
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3.
4.
5.
6.
Connects the outside of the body to the uterus
Receives sperm during reproduction
Allows menstrual flow to exit the body
Passage of baby
Produces fluids to cleanse and lubricate itself
Provides sensation
1. Produces a mucous
plug to keep germs out
during pregnancy
2. Produces fluids to help
sperm travel
3. Dilates 10 centimeters
during childbirth
to allow baby to pass
Uterus:
Muscular cavity size of fist and meets
the vagina at the lower end of the cervix
1. Houses and protects
embryo/fetus/baby
2. Allows nutrient and waste
exchange with placenta;
3. Nourishes an embryo
before a placenta grows
 1.
Transports egg from ovary to
uterus
Tiny
finger-like structures at the
end of the fallopian tube that pulls
an egg from the ovary into the
fallopian tube to be fertilized.
 Two
are found deep in the pelvic
area
 1. Produce eggs
 2. Produce estrogen and
progesterone
What does Estrogen and Progesterone do?
* Cause growth of pubic and underarm
hair
* Strengthen bones
* Regulate the monthly release of an egg
* Prepare body for pregnancy
What
is it?
 1. Monthly series of hormone
controlled changes that prepare
uterine lining for pregnancy
 2. Release of an egg is called
OVULATION
 3. Uterine lining thickens to prepare
for possible implantation of fertilized
egg
Ovulation takes place in the MIDDLE
of the cycle, usually around day 14
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 1. Estrogen and progesterone levels fall,
and MENSTRUATION occurs
 2. Menstruation: Breakdown and
discharge of uterine lining out of the
VAGINA
 3. During this time, females use sanitary
pads or tampons to absorb blood and
tissue
 4. Usually lasts between 3-7 days
 Perform
after shower at least 1
week after menstrual period
 1. Stand in front of mirror.
Place one hand over head, and
use the other to examine each
breast.
 2. Use thumb and index finger
to squeeze nipple and look for
unusual discharge
 3.
Check for swelling, dimpling, or
scaliness
 4. Use 3 to 4 fingers to feel each
breast for unusual lumps or
thickening under skin. Check under
armpits and between breasts, too.
Test to check for pre-cancerous cells
in cervix
 The doctor will put a special
instrument called a speculum into the
vagina to open it so the sample can be
taken.
 The doctor will collect a sample of
cells
 ***Ask for a FULL STD test if you’ve
been sexually active when you have a
pap smear done!!!!***
