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Reproductive System

The reproductive system is essential for human reproduction, producing sex cells and hormones necessary for development. It involves male organs that create sperm and female organs that produce eggs and support pregnancy, with fertilization leading to embryo development. Common reproductive disorders include STIs and infertility, both of which have specific symptoms, prevalence rates, and treatment options.

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Reproductive System

The reproductive system is essential for human reproduction, producing sex cells and hormones necessary for development. It involves male organs that create sperm and female organs that produce eggs and support pregnancy, with fertilization leading to embryo development. Common reproductive disorders include STIs and infertility, both of which have specific symptoms, prevalence rates, and treatment options.

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Reproductive

System
Angel Gil
Main Function
The reproductive system allows humans to reproduce. It
produces sex cells and hormones that are needed for
development and reproduction.
Main Organs

The main organs of the


reproductive system work
together to make sex cells,
produce hormones, and allow
reproduction. Male organs
make and carry sperm, while
female organs make eggs and
support pregnancy.
Reproductive Process
Sperm are made in the testes. During reproduction,
1 sperm travel through the vas deferens and can join
with an egg cell from the female reproductive system.

2 Fertilization: Fertilization happens when a sperm cell


joins with an egg cell. This creates a fertilized egg,
which can start developing into an embryo.

3 Simple process: Sperm + Egg → Fertilization →


→
Fertilized Egg Embryo
The reproductive system also makes hormones that help with
puberty, body development, and reproduction.
Reproductive Disorders

STIs Infertility
STIs are infections that can spread through sexual
Infertility means difficulty becoming pregnant after trying for
contact.
a long time.

Signs & Symptoms: Pain, itching, sores, unusual


Signs & Symptoms: The main sign is not being able to get
discharge, burning when urinating, or sometimes no
symptoms at all. pregnant. Some people may also have irregular periods or
hormone problems.
Prevalence: Millions of STI cases are reported in the
United States every year. Prevalence: About 1 in 6 people worldwide experience
infertility at some point in their lives. 5
Treatment: Some STIs can be cured with antibiotics. Viral
STIs may need antiviral medicine and long-term care. Treatment: Lifestyle changes, medicine, hormone
treatment, surgery, or medical procedures like IVF.

References: CDC WHO Mayo Clinic Cleveland Clinic

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