homeostatic imbalances Flashcards
1
Q
Testicular cancer
A
-originates in sperm producing cells of seminiferous tubules
-most common in young men 18-35
2
Q
Testicular torsion
A
twisted testicles which pinch blood vessels
3
Q
Acute prostatitis
A
-prostate becomes swollen and tender due to a bacterial infection
4
Q
Chronic prostatitis
A
-gland feels enlarged, soft, and tender
5
Q
prostate cancer
A
leading cause of cancer deaths in US men…cause is due to increase prostate activity (PSA)
6
Q
Infertility
A
inability to produce sperm
7
Q
vasectomy
A
cutting the ductus deferens as birth control
