1. Female Reproductive System

2. Function of the Female Reproduction System
Produce egg cell
Place to support and nourish a developing human being

3. Uterus
Place for a developing human to grow
Size of a fist

4. Cervix
Uterus meets Vagina here

5. Vagina
Receives sperm
Birth canal
Menstrual flow exits

6. Urethra
Above vagina
Urine exits

7. Ovaries Produce eggs (ova) - all eggs are present at birth
Produce estrogen and progesterone -regulate the release of egg

8. Ovulation
Egg is released from the ovary

9. Fallopian Tubes
Transport the egg from the OVARY to the UTERUS

10. Menstrual Cramps
-OTC medications -Exercise and eat right -Reduce caffeine and sugar

11. Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS)
Poisoning of the body
Poor hygiene

12. Annual Pelvic Exam Breast Exam Genital Exam
Pap Smear examines cells of cervix can detect many types of cancer

13. Types of Cancer Cervical: on the rise due to STI’s
Ovarian: mostly common in older women
Breast : breast self exam, mamogram
CAN HAPPEN TO ANYONE!!!

14. 7 Ways to Keep Healthy Exercise and eat a balanced diet
Gently wash the genital area
Wipe the vaginal opening after urination
Change sanitary napkins every 4-6 hours
Avoid tight clothing
Have an annual pelvic exam
Do a BSE each month