Human Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology Chapter 2 Human Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology Obstetrics: Latin term “stand by” – stand by and assist mothers during the laboring process.

The Male Hormonal changes begin between 10 and 16 years of age Outward changes Penis and testes increase in size Grows taller, more muscular Secondary sex characteristics Pubic and facial hair Deeper voice Changes occur because of Testoseterone Primary male sex hormone

The Female Development of breasts occurs first First menstrual period (menarche) occurs approximately 2 to 2.5 years later (around 11 to 15 years of age) Growth spurt ends earlier than the male Hips broaden Pubic and axillary hair appear To what can these changes be attributed?

Male Genitalia Penis Deposit sperm into female’s vagina Scrotum Semen may be secreted during sexual intercourse before ejaculation Scrotum Sac that contains the testes Suspended from the perineum Helps keeps testes cooler than the rest of the body Constant increase in temp around testes can prevent spermatogenesis and lead to permanent sterility Necessary for spermatogenesis Sperm production Testes Manufacture male germ cells Spermatozoa or sperm Secrete male hormones (androgens)

Testosterone Has the following effects, not related to sexual reproduction Increase muscle mass and strength Promotes growth of long bones Increases basal metabolic rate (BMR) Enhances production of RBCs Produces enlargement of vocal cords Affects the distribution of body hair

Uterus Hollow muscular organ Shaped like an upside-down pear Fertilized ovum implants and develops into an embryo Shaped like an upside-down pear Lies between the urinary bladder and rectum, above the vagina Supported by the following ligaments Broad Round Cardinal Uterosacral Autonomic nerve supply Not under voluntary or conscious control

Uterus (cont.) Cervix (neck or lower part of uterus) Consists of cervical canal with an internal opening near uterine corpus (internal os) Opening into vagina (external os) Mucosal lining has four functions Lubricates vagina Acts as a bacteriostatic agent Provides alkaline environment to shelter deposited sperm Produces a mucus plug in cervical canal during pregnancy

Ovaries Two Functions: Production of hormones Estrogen and progesterone Stimulation of an ovum’s maturation during each menstrual period At birth, every female has all the ova that she will have throughout her reproductive years (around 2 million) By adulthood, number is in the thousands By climacteric (menopause), the ovum no longer respond to hormonal stimulation to mature

Types of Female Pelves Gynecoid most favorable for vaginal delivery Anthropoid may deliver vaginal Android is typical male pelvis Platypelloid is unfavorable for vaginal delivery Gynecoid – classic female pelvis and is most favorable for vaginal deliveries. Anthropoid – may deliver vaginally but the shape is long, narrow, and oval resulting in a more difficult birth. Android – wedge-shaped inlet with narrow anterior segment – typical of the male anatomy.

True and False Pelves False pelvis True pelvis Supports the enlarging uterus Guides fetus into true pelvis True pelvis Dictates the bony limits of the birth canal

Pelvic Outlet The coccyx can move or break during the passage of the fetal head, but an immobile coccyx can decrease the size of the pelvic outlet and make vaginal birth difficult Problems that can cause a pelvis to be small: History of pelvic fracture Rickets Immobile coccyx Indicate that delivery by cesarean section will be necessary

Breasts Accessory organs of reproduction Montgomery’s glands Produce milk after birth Provides nourishment for the infant Provides maternal antibodies to infant Montgomery’s glands Small sebaceous glands Secrete a substance to lubricate and protect breasts during lactation Is there any relation between breast size and ability to breast feed?

Female Reproductive Cycle

Female Reproductive Cycle (cont.) Ovulation Mature ovum released from follicle about 14 days before onset of menstrual period Secretes increased quantities of progesterone to prepare the uterine lining for a fertilized ovum Menstruation Progesterone and estrogen levels decrease Causes endometrium to break down Clots are not normally seen in menstrual discharge Menarche – the first menstrual period (11-15 years) Menopause – the final menstrual period Progesterone – A hormone produced by the adrenal cortex, the corpus luteum, and the placenta. Its function is to stimulate the development of mammary glands and growth of the endometrium and to maintain a pregnancy.

Physiology of the Male & Female Sex Act Sperm can reach fallopian tubes within 5 minutes Can remain viable in female for up to 4 to 5 days Female The egg lives for only 24 hours after ovulation Sperm must be available during that time for fertilization to occur Complete the Chapter 2 Anatomy Quiz and Quiz by 2355 tonight.

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