Female reproductive system

• What are the 5 internal components of the female reproductive system?

  Ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, vagina
• What is the name given to the external structure of the female reproductive system?

  Vulva
• What is the key function of the female reproductive system?

  Production of sex hormones and eggs
• What does the endometrium do?

  Nurtures the fertilized ovum
• What are the internal components of the female reproductive system?

  • Ovaries
  • Fallopian tubes
  • Uterus
  • Cervix
  • Vagina
• Describe the function of the ovaries.

  • Produce and store eggs
  • Make hormones controlling menstrual cycle and pregnancy
• What is the role of the fallopian tubes?

  • Passageway for egg and sperm
  • Transport fertilized egg to uterus
• What is the function of the uterus?

  • Nurtures the fertilized ovum
• What does the cervix do?

  • Allows fluids to pass from uterus to vagina
• What is the function of the vagina?

  • Passageway for blood and mucosal tissue
• What occurs during Phase 1 of the menstrual cycle?

  • Menstruation occurs
  • Low estrogen and progesterone levels
  • Ovarian follicle begins to develop
  • Low fertility
  • Decreasing basal body temperature
• What changes occur during Phase 2 of the menstrual cycle?

  • Increasing progesterone and estrogen levels
  • Ovarian follicle matures
  • Endometrium builds up
  • Discharge becomes liquid and nutrient-rich
  • Cervix softens and opens
  • Low basal body temperature
  • High fertility
• What happens during ovulation?

  Follicle releases ovum and progesterone peaks
• What hormonal changes occur during ovulation?

  • Spike in luteal hormone (LH) and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
  • Peak levels of discharge
  • Increase in basal body temperature
  • High fertility
• What is infertility?

  Inability to get pregnant
• What are some treatments for infertility?

  Medication, surgical procedures, IVF
• What are common causes of infertility?

  Lack of ovulation, poor semen quality
• What is PCOS?

  Ovaries don't work properly
• What are symptoms of PCOS?

  Irregular periods, difficulty getting pregnant
• How is PCOS related to hormone levels?

  Related to abnormal hormone levels
• What are symptoms of endometriosis?

  Severe period pain, pelvic pain
• What is endometriosis?

  Cells similar to womb grow elsewhere
• What is the cause of endometriosis?

  Unknown cause
• What are some treatments for endometriosis?

  Medication, surgery, painkillers
• What lifestyle change can help manage PCOS symptoms?

  Losing weight
• What medications are used for PCOS treatment?

  Balanced diet, medication
• How do the symptoms of endometriosis differ from PCOS?

  Endometriosis includes severe pelvic pain
• What is a common symptom of endometriosis during urination?

  Pain when you wee
• What is a common symptom of endometriosis during bowel movements?

  Pain when you poo
• What is a hysterectomy?

  Removal of the uterus
• What is the role of painkillers in endometriosis treatment?

  To alleviate pain symptoms
• What hormonal treatment is commonly used for endometriosis?

  The pill
• How do surgical treatments for endometriosis vary?

  They can include removal of endometriosis areas