Lesson 3: Hormones And Sexuality Flashcards
What hormones involved in reproduction? (Women)
Hypothalamus, pituitary gland, estrogen (progesterone), FSH, LH
What hormones involved in reproduction? (Men)
Pituitary gland, inhibin, testosterone, FSH, LH
Uterus sheds it’s inner lining
True
Menstural Phase
1-5 days
Proliferative Phase
Endometrium begins to develop
Follicular phase
Day 1-13
Ovulation phase
Day 14
Postovulatory (secretory) phase
leads to the next menstrual cycle and ovaries release the egg
Luteal Phase
Day 15-28
Phases of menstrual cycle
- Menstrual phase
- Follicular phase
- Ovulation phase
- Luteal phase
Sex during menstruation isn’t dangerous and can ease menstrual pains for women
True
Amenorrhea
Absence of menstruation for 3 months or longer
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Symptoms during postovulatory phase
Menorrhagia
Heavy bleeding during menstruation
Endometriosis
Endometrial tissue growth outside the uterus