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Seminal Vesicle

Produces seminal fluid for sperm nourishment.

Prostate Gland

Accessory gland that enhances sperm quality.

Vas Deferens

Tube transporting sperm from testes.

Urethra

Tube for urine and sperm expulsion.

Glans Penis

Sensitive tip of the penis.

Scrotum

Pouch holding and regulating testes temperature.

Epididymis

Stores and matures sperm after production.

Testes

Organs producing sperm and testosterone.

Cryptorchidism

Condition of undescended testes, risking infertility.

Male Circumcision

Surgical removal of foreskin, reducing HIV risk.

Sperm

Male reproductive cell carrying X or Y chromosome.

Ova

Female reproductive cells carrying X chromosome.

Pituitary Gland

Controls hormone release from gonads.

Progesterone

Female hormone regulating menstrual cycle and pregnancy.

Estrogen

Female hormone influencing sexual development and function.

Testosterone

Male hormone responsible for male characteristics.

Fallopian Tubes

Transport eggs from ovaries to uterus.

Chlamydia

Bacterial STI causing reproductive system damage.

Gonorrhea

Bacterial STI treatable with antibiotics.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)

Infection of female reproductive organs, can cause infertility.

Hysterectomy

Surgical removal of the uterus, often due to PID.

Mons Pubis

Fatty tissue covering the pubic bone.

Labia Minora/Majora

Folds of skin protecting vaginal opening.

Clitoris

Sensitive organ involved in female sexual arousal.

Vagina

Muscular tube leading from external genitals to uterus.

Uterus

Womb where fetal development occurs.

Cervix

Lower part of the uterus opening into the vagina.

Endometrium

Inner lining of the uterus, shed during menstruation.

Syphilis

Bacterial STI causing sores and systemic issues.

ovulation hormone

LH (Luteinizing hormone)

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