Male Gen. & Rep. function Flashcards
Produces male germ cells and secretes the male sex hormone
Testes
Transports and stores sperm, and in assists in their maturation
Ductile system
Prepares sperm for ejaculation
Accessory glands
What temperate does sperm production require,
2-3 Degrees C below body temperature
What is essential to the development of primary and secondary male sex characteristics, induces differentiation, and spermatogenesis?
Testosterone
What plays an essential role in testicular function?
Hypothalamus and anterior pituitary
What is the production of testosterone regulated by?
LH
The inability to achieve and maintain an erection sufficient to permit satisfactory intercourse
Erectile dysfunction
Localized progressive fibrosis of unknown origin that effect the tunica albuginea
Peyronie disease
What are the symptoms of Peyronie disease?
Painful erection
Bent erection
Hard mass at the sit of fibrosis
This is characterized by an inflammatory process thy results in dense fibrous plaque formation which prevents lengthening of involved area
Peyronie disease
What age in men does peyronie disease usually occur?
Middle aged to elderly men
What is the treatment for Peyronie Disease?
Oral agents with antioxidants properties such as Vit. E, Colchicine, corticosterioids and sometimes surgery
What are most cases of Epididymis in men under 35 caused by?
Chlamydia trachomatis or neisseris gonorrhoeae
What are most cases of Epididymis in men over 35 caused by?
Urinary tract pathogens such as E. Coli or pseudomonas
What is the function of the epididymis?
Transports and stores sperm
What are the symptoms of Epididymitis?
Unilateral pain & swelling
Erythema & edema of overlying scrotal skin
Tenderness over the groin and lower abdomen
Lower UTI symptoms
When is there discharge with Epididymitis?
When it is caused by an STD
What is important for diagnosing Epididymis?
Urinalysis and urine culture
What is the treatment for Epididymis?
Bed rest Scrotal elevation & support Analgesics NSAIDS Antibiotics
What are the risk factors for Epididymitis?
Sexual activity Heavy physical exertion Bicycle or motor riding Urinary tract surgery Prostate obstruction in older men
This is the first cancer linked to occupation (chimney sweeps)
Scrotal cancer
What is scrotal cancer linked to?
Poor hygiene
Chronic inflammation
PUCA
HPV
What age does scrotal cancer usually occur?
In men over 60 often preceded by 20 to 39 years of chronic irritation