PowerPoint presentation about the female reproductive system.

1. Lesson 3
THE FEMALE
REPRODUCTIVE
SYSTEM

2. Lesson 3
Direction: Below are the different changes undergone by male and female during
puberty. Identify the changes if it happens to male or female and place it on the
appropriate columns.
“Wet Dreams” Change of Voice Growth of Pubic Hairs
Menstruation Broadening of shoulder & hips
Enlargement of Breast
MALE FEMALE

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The female reproductive system stores ova…
…that unite with sperm in the process of reproduction.
The Female Reproductive System

4. Lesson 3
• Describe the parts and functions of the female
reproductive system
• Examine the care of the female reproduction system and
identify situations requiring professional health services
• Explain the importance of abstinence as it relates to the
prevention of STDs
In this lesson, you will learn to:
Lesson Objectives

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• The female reproductive system produces female sex
hormones and stores ova.
• The uterus nourishes and protects the fertilized ovum from
conception until birth.
Functions of the Female Reproductive System
The Female Reproductive System

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Structure of the Female Reproductive System
• At birth a female’s ovaries contain more than 400,000
immature ova, or eggs.
• During ovulation, the right ovary will release a mature ovum
one month, and the left ovary will release one the next
month.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

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Female Reproductive Organs
• When a mature ovum is released from the ovary, it moves to one
of the fallopian tubes.
• Tiny hairlike structures called cilia work, along with muscular
contractions in the fallopian tubes, to move the ovum along.
• Sperm from the male enter the female reproductive system
through the vagina.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

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Female Reproductive System
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

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Fertilization
• The fertilization of an egg by a sperm produces a cell called a
zygote.
• When the zygote leaves the fallopian tube, it enters the
uterus.
• In preparation for receiving the zygote, the uterine wall has
thickened and is rich in blood, which enables the uterus to
nourish the zygote.
• The developing fetus will remain attached to the uterine wall
until birth.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

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Menstruation
• In a mature female, each month the uterus prepares for
possible pregnancy.
• If pregnancy doesn’t occur, the thickened lining of the uterus,
called the endometrium, isn’t needed, and it breaks down into
blood, tissue, and fluids.
• These materials pass through the cervix.
• This is called menstruation and is part of the menstrual cycle.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

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The Menstrual Cycle
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

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Bathe regularly.
Change tampons or
sanitary pads every few
hours.
Practice abstinence from
sexual activity.
Tips for a Healthy Female Reproductive System
Care of the Female Reproductive System

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Breast Self-Exam
• Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the second
leading cause of death, after lung cancer, for women in the
United States.
• The American Cancer Society recommends that females
examine their breasts once a month.
• Early detection is an important factor in the successful
treatment of breast cancer.
Care of the Female Reproductive System

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Menstrual Cramps
Premenstrual Syndrome
Problems Related to Menstruation
Toxic Shock Syndrome
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

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Menstrual Cramps
• Menstrual cramps sometimes occur at the beginning of a
menstrual period.
• Light exercise or applying a heating pad to the abdominal
area may help relieve symptoms.
• A health care professional may recommend medication for
pain relief.
• Severe or persistent cramping, called dysmenorrhea, may be
an indication that professional health services are required.
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
• PMS is a disorder caused by hormonal changes.
• Its symptoms, which may be experienced one to two weeks
before menstruation, include nervous tension, anxiety, irritability,
bloating, depression, and mood swings.
• Regular physical activity and good nutrition may reduce the
severity of symptoms.
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

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Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)
• TSS is a rare but serious bacterial infection that affects the
immune system and the liver and can be fatal.
• To reduce the risk of TSS, use tampons with the lowest
possible absorbency and change tampons often.
• Warning signs of TSS include fever, vomiting, diarrhea, a
sunburn-like rash, eyes, dizziness, and muscle aches. Any
female with these symptoms should seek health care
immediately.
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

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Endometriosis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Problems Related to Infertility
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

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Endometriosis
• This painful, chronic disease occurs when tissue that lines
the uterus migrates and grows in the ovaries, fallopian
tubes, the uterus, or the lining of the pelvic cavity.
• Treatments include pain medications, hormone therapy, and
surgery.
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
• PID is an infection of the fallopian tubes, ovaries, and the
surrounding areas of the pelvis.
• It can damage a female’s reproductive organs.
• PID usually is caused by sexually transmitted diseases
(STDs).
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases
• Sexually transmitted diseases are the most common causes
of infertility and other disorders of the reproductive system.
• Often symptoms of STDs are not evident in females unless a
medical examination is performed.
• Avoiding sexual contact until marriage is the one sure way to
prevent STDs.
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

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Other Female Reproductive Disorders
• Vaginitis, caused by bacterial vaginosis, is the most
common vaginal infection in women of childbearing age,
and it is often accompanied by discharge, odor, pain,
itching, or burning.
• Blocked fallopian tubes, the leading cause of infertility,
may result from PID, abdominal surgery, STDs, or
endometriosis.
• Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs on the ovary. Larger
cysts may require surgery.
• Cervical, uterine, and ovarian cancer occur in the
female reproductive system.
Problems of the Female Reproductive System

23. Lesson 3
1. ovum
2. vagina
3. cervix
4. uterus
Choose the appropriate option.
Q. A muscular, elastic passageway
that extends from the uterus to
the outside of the body is
known as the _________.
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A. 2. vagina
A muscular, elastic passageway that extends from the
uterus to the outside of the body is known as the vagina.
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25. Lesson 3
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True
False
Choose the appropriate option.
Q. The cervix draws in and
moves the ovum from the
ovaries to the uterus.

26. Lesson 3
A. False. Cilia draw in and move the ovum from the
ovaries to the uterus.
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1. Endometriosis
2. Heart disease
3. Pelvic inflammatory
disease (PID)
4. Sexually transmitted
diseases (STDs)
Choose the appropriate option.
Q. Which of the following is
not a cause of infertility in
females?

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A. 2. Heart disease
Causes of infertility in females do not include heart
disease.
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Quick Review
True
False
Choose the appropriate option.
Q. It is important for every
female to have regular pelvic
exams starting at age 18 or
when recommended by her
physician.

30. Lesson 3
A. True. It is important for every female to have regular
pelvic exams starting at age 18 or when recommended
by her physician.
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32. Lesson 3
A. Correct! A muscular, elastic passageway that extends
from the uterus to the outside of the body is known as
the vagina.
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34. Lesson 3
• The female reproductive system produces female sex
hormones and stores ova.
• The uterus nourishes and protects the fertilized ovum from
conception until birth.
Functions of the Female Reproductive System
Ova are
female
reproductive
cells.
The Female Reproductive System

35. Lesson 3
• The female reproductive system produces female sex
hormones and stores ova.
• The uterus nourishes and protects the fertilized ovum from
conception until birth.
Functions of the Female Reproductive System
The uterus is a
hollow, muscular,
pear-shaped organ
inside a female’s
body.
The Female Reproductive System

36. Lesson 3
• At birth a female’s ovaries contain more than 400,000
immature ova, or eggs.
• During ovulation, the right ovary will release a mature ovum
one month, and the left ovary will release one the next
month.
Structure of the Female Reproductive System
Ovaries are the
female sex glands
that store the ova
and produce female
sex hormones.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

37. Lesson 3
• At birth a female’s ovaries contain more than 400,000
immature ova, or eggs.
• During ovulation, the right ovary will release a mature ovum
one month, and the left ovary will release one the next
month.
Structure of the Female Reproductive System
Ovulation is the
process of releasing
a mature ovum into
the uterine tube
each month.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

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Female Reproductive Organs
• When a mature ovum is released from the ovary, it moves to one
of the fallopian tubes.
• Tiny hairlike structures called cilia work, along with muscular
contractions in the fallopian tubes, to move the ovum along.
• Sperm from the male enter the female reproductive system
through the vagina.
Fallopian tubes
are a pair of tubes
with fingerlike
projections that draw
in the ovum.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

39. Lesson 3
Female Reproductive Organs
• When a mature ovum is released from the ovary, it moves to one
of the fallopian tubes.
• Tiny hairlike structures called cilia work, along with muscular
contractions in the fallopian tubes, to move the ovum along.
• Sperm from the male enter the female reproductive system
through the vagina.
The vagina is a
muscular, elastic
passageway that
extends from the uterus
to the outside of the
body.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

40. Lesson 3
• In a mature female, each month the uterus prepares for
possible pregnancy.
• If pregnancy doesn’t occur, the thickened lining of the uterus,
called the endometrium, isn’t needed, and it breaks down into
blood, tissue, and fluids.
• These materials pass through the cervix.
• This is called menstruation and is part of the menstrual cycle.
Menstruation
Cervix is
the opening
to the uterus.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

41. Lesson 3
• In a mature female, each month the uterus prepares for
possible pregnancy.
• If pregnancy doesn’t occur, the thickened lining of the uterus,
called the endometrium, isn’t needed, and it breaks down into
blood, tissue, and fluids.
• These materials pass through the cervix.
• This is called menstruation and is part of the menstrual cycle.
Menstruation
Menstruation
is the shedding of
the uterine lining.
Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

42. Lesson 3
A. Correct! Cilia draw in and move the ovum from the
ovaries to the uterus.
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A. Correct! Causes of infertility in females do not include:
heart disease.
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46. Lesson 3
A. Correct! It is important for every female to have regular
pelvic exams starting at age 18 or when recommended by
her physician.
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