Common Ailments of Reproductive System Proper care must be observed to avoid ailments of the reproductive system.

Some of the common ailments of the reproductive system are: Ailments of the Male Reproductive System 1. Epididymitis is characterized by swelling, pain and fever. It worsens by physical activities. 2. Hydrocele may develop at any age. It causes little or no pain. It is the accumulation of a watery, light yellow colored liquid in the scrotum. 3. Orchitis maybe caused by injuries, tuberculosis or mumps. It is an inflammation of the testes. It may cause sterility. 4. Sexually Transmitted Disease a. Syphilis are painless sores. They disappear within a week. But if not treated, heart, brain or eye damage may result. b. Gonorrhea is an infection of the urethra. Symptoms are itching of the urethra, burning sensation when urinating and thick yellow discharge. Ailments of the Female Reproductive System 1. Acute Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast. Nursing mothers usually suffer from this disease. It is cracking or small injuries on the nipple. 2. Leukorrhea is a symptom of some diseases of the vagina, cervix or oviducts. It is characterized by a whitish discharge coming from the vagina and a burning or itching sensation. 3. Amenorhea is the failure of menstruation to occur. It appears during puberty. It may cause by overfatigue or emotional tension. 4. Dysmenorrhea is a painful menstruation. It may be a symptom of a tumor of the ovary or uterus. The Male Reproductive System Penis The penis is the male organ for sexual intercourse. Scrotum The scrotum is the loose pouch-like sac of skin that hangs behind the penis. Testicles (testes) The testes are oval organs about the size of large olives that lie in the scrotum, secured at either end by a structure called the spermatic cord. Epididymis The epididymis is a long, coiled tube that rests on the backside of each testicle. Vas deferens The vas deferens is a long, muscular tube that travels from the epididymis into the pelvic cavity, to just behind the bladder. Ejaculatory ducts These are formed by the fusion of the vas deferens and the seminal vesicles. Urethra The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside of the body. Seminal vesicles The seminal vesicles are sac-like pouches that attach to the vas deferens near the base of the bladder.

Prostate gland The prostate gland is a walnut-sized structure that is located below the urinary bladder in front of the rectum. The Female Reproductive system
Labia majora: The labia majora enclose and protect the other external reproductive organs.

Labia minora: Literally translated as "small lips," the labia minora can be very small or up to 2 inches wide. Bartholins glands: These glands are located next to the vaginal opening and produce a fluid (mucus) secretion. Clitoris: The two labia minora meet at the clitoris, a small, sensitive protrusion that is comparable to the penis in males Vagina: The vagina is a canal that joins the cervix (the lower part of uterus) to the outside of the body. Uterus (womb): The uterus is a hollow, pear-shaped organ that is the home to a developing fetus. Ovaries: The ovaries are small, oval-shaped glands that are located on either side of the uterus. Fallopian tubes: These are narrow tubes that are attached to the upper part of the uterus and serve as tunnels for the ova (egg cells) to travel from the ovaries to the uterus.

Haiku is a poetic form and a type of poetry from the Japanese culture. Haiku combines form, content, and language in a meaningful, yet compact form. Haiku poets, which you will soon be, write about everyday things. Many themes include nature, feelings, or experiences. Beautiful mountains Rivers with cold, cold water. White cold snow on rocks Trees over the place with frost White sparkly snow everywhere

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