hormones in reproduction

• What hormone is produced by the pituitary gland that matures the egg?


  FSH
• What is the action of FSH in the reproductive system?

  It matures the egg and stimulates oestrogen production
• Where is FSH produced?

  In the pituitary gland
• Where does FSH act in the female reproductive system?

  On the ovary
• What is the effect of oestrogen on the uterus?

  It thickens the uterus lining
• What hormone inhibits FSH and stimulates LH?

  Oestrogen
• What is the action of LH in the reproductive system?

  It triggers ovulation
• Where is LH produced?

  In the pituitary gland
• Where does LH act in the female reproductive system?

  On the ovary
• What is the role of progesterone in the reproductive system?

  It maintains the uterus lining
• Where is progesterone produced?

  In the ovary
• Where does progesterone act in the female reproductive system?

  On the uterus
• what hormone do men produce

  testosterones which stimulates testes to produce sperm
• what are the effects of progesterone

  stops the production of LSH and FH to prevent more eggs from maturing
• Why can't issues around contraception be answered by science alone?

  Because they involve ethical, moral, and personal beliefs.
• What is the effect of FSH in the menstrual cycle?

  It causes an egg to mature.
• What hormone does the contraceptive pill prevent the body from producing?

  FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
• What happens if a woman forgets to take the contraceptive pill?

  There is a risk of pregnancy.
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of the contraceptive pill?

  Advantage: Highly effective; Disadvantage: Must be taken daily.
• What are some risks associated with certain contraceptive pills?

  Increased risk of breast cancer or blood clots.
• What hormone do implants, skin patches, and injections contain?

  Progesterone
• How long does a contraceptive implant last?

  Three years
• How long does a contraceptive injection last?

  Around thirteen weeks
• What is a disadvantage of hormonal forms of contraception?

  They do not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
• What do barrier methods of contraception do?

  They prevent sperm from reaching an egg.
• What are examples of barrier methods of contraception?

  Condoms and diaphragms
• What is an advantage of barrier methods?

  They do not have hormonal side effects.
• How do condoms contribute to STI prevention?

  They reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections.
• What can increase the effectiveness of condoms and diaphragms?

  Using them with spermicide gel.
• What is an intrauterine device (IUD) also known as?

  The coil
• How long can an IUD prevent pregnancy?

  Up to 10 years
• What is a disadvantage of an IUD?

  It does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.
• What is surgical contraception called?

  Sterilization
• How does sterilization work for women?

  It prevents the egg from reaching the uterus.
• How does sterilization work for men?

  It prevents the sperm from leaving the penis.
• What is a key consideration before choosing surgical contraception?

  One must be certain they will never want children.
• What is a disadvantage of surgical forms of contraception?

  They are very difficult to reverse.
• What is natural contraception?

  Abstaining from sexual intercourse after ovulation.
• What is a challenge of natural forms of contraception?

  It is hard to tell when a woman has ovulated.
• What is a common belief held by the Catholic Church regarding contraception?

  All contraception is unethical apart from natural methods.