Body+Systems

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What does the system do?
The female reproductive system is designed to do several things. It produces the female egg cells, which you need for reproduction. The system is designed to transport the egg to the place where it gets fertilized. The egg gets fertilized by a sperm, which normally happens in the fallopian tubes. The next step for the fertilized egg, is to implant into the walls of the uterus, and begins the stages of pregnancy. If fertilization does not take place, the system is designed to menstruate, also called a period(the monthly shedding of the uterine lining).The female reproductive system also produces female sex hormones that maintain the reproductive cycle.

5 Organs of the Female Reproductive System:
Ovary- Located in the left and right lower abdomen, it produces eggs and also hormones like estrogen. Fallopian Tube- Thin, soft tubes that extend from the ovaries to the uterus. During ovulation, an ovary releases an egg into the fallopian tube next to it. Uterus- A hollow organ with a muscular wall and a lining. It expands many times it’s size during pregnancy to hold a growing fetus. Cervix- The lower portion of the uterus that opens into the vagina. During labor it dilates about 4 inches in diameter. Vagina- A tube-like organ that connects the uterus to the outside of the body. When giving birth the baby exits here.

3 Diseases That the Female Reproductive System Could Recieve:

 * = Name: ||= Organ Effected: ||= Symptoms: ||= Treatment/Cure: ||
 * = Vaginitis ||= Vagina ||= * irritation and/or itching of the genital area
 * inflammation
 * vaginal discharge
 * foul vaginal odor
 * pain/irritation with sexual intercourse ||= * anti-fungal creams
 * antibacterial creams
 * similar medications ||
 * = Gonorrhea ||= Vagina ||= * A change in vaginal discharge; it may appear in abundance, change to a yellow or greenish color, and develop a strong smell.
 * A burning sensation or pain whilst passing urine.
 * Irritation and/or discharge from the anus. ||= * an antibiotic in tablet,liquid or injection form ||
 * = Pubic Lice ||= Pubic Hair ||= * itching
 * In some cases, a gray-blue color appears around the feeding site, which may last days. ||= * You can apply Permethrin 1% cream rinse to the affected area and wash off after ten minutes. Then shave the area. A second treatment is recommended after ten days. ||

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