1. HUMAN REPRODUCTION, SEXUALITY AND INTIMACY

2. Caring for the Female Reproductive System  The most common problems are as follows: Vulvovaginitis - When irritating substances such as soap or bubble bath enter the vagina, they can cause inflammation or infection. Yeast Infections - caused by too much growth of the yeast fungus that is found in every women’s normal healthy vagina. - Symptoms include: thick white discharge, extreme itching and discomfort.

3. Endometriosis - occurs when tissue normally found within the endometrium starts to grow on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, cervix and vagina - Can cause abnormal bleeding, painful and lengthy periods and pelvic pain Ovarian Cysts - non-cancerous sacs filled with fluid or semi-solid material. Fairly common among women, generally harmless

4. Cancer in Women  Cervical Cancer  Young women who begin having sexual intercourse before the age of 18 are at higher risk. As well, the more sexual partners the greater the chances of developing cervical cancer  Once you have been sexually active you should have a yearly PAP test – this can identify cell changes in the cervix and can detect cancer long before you experience signs or symptoms.

5. Cancer in Women  Ovarian Cancer  Difficult to detect  Thought to be hereditary  During a PAP the doctor will feel the ovaries for any abnormalities or cysts

6. Cancer in Women  Breast Cancer  Most frequently diagnosed cancer in women  1 in 9 are expected to develop this cancer in her lifetime  Genetics have a huge influence, smoking, diet  Self-Examination (page 161)

7. Cancer in Men  Testicular Cancer  Most common form of cancer for men under 40 years old  Cells in the testicle divide abnormally to form a tumor  If detected early it can be cured before it spreads to other parts of the body

8. Cancer in Men  Prostate Cancer  Over 20,000 men are diagnosed each year  1 in 7 men  Some symptoms include: frequent, difficult urination Blood or pus in the urine Painful ejaculation Both can be detected by self examinations

9. Female Anatomy (page 156)

10. Female Anatomy (page 158)

11. Male Anatomy (page. 163)