Reproductive Health and Gender Affirming Care

Flashcards related to reproductive health and gender-affirming care, covering anatomy, hormones, reasons for seeking health care, prevention strategies, and inclusive practices.

Female Reproductive System

Includes external genitalia, internal reproductive organs, and hormones responsible for producing eggs and controlling the reproductive process.

Hormones of the Female Reproductive System

Estrogen and progesterone produced by the ovaries that regulate the menstrual cycle, prepare the uterus for pregnancy, and support breast milk production.

Cervix

The lower part of the uterus that dilates significantly during labor to allow the infant to pass through.

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG)

A hormone produced by the placenta that thickens the uterine lining to support a growing embryo and signals menstruation to stop.

Primary Prevention in Reproductive Health

Includes safe sex practices, STI prevention, and immunizations such as the HPV vaccine.

Secondary Prevention in Reproductive Health

Focuses on early detection of disease through screenings like pap smears, testicular exams, and PSA testing.

Tertiary Prevention in Reproductive Health

Manages long-term conditions and minimizes symptoms and complications, such as menstrual cycle concerns and sexual dysfunction.

Gender-Affirming Care

Supportive healthcare services that may include medical, surgical, mental health, and non-medical services for transgender and non-binary individuals.

Cisgender

A term used to describe a person whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth.

Gender Dysphoria

A psychological condition where a person experiences distress due to a discrepancy between their gender identity and sex assigned at birth.

Adolescent Preventative Care

Encourages yearly exams with a focus on immunization status, STI prevention, and mental health.

Contraceptive Counseling

Guidance regarding birth control options and reproductive planning.

Transgender Health Considerations

Reproductive health needs and access to care must be addressed for transgender individuals to ensure respectful and safe healthcare.