Drawing the Line

Learning About Reproductive Anatomy

Lesson 2

Ground Rules

To create a safe environment:•Do not use put downs.•Be sensitive to others.

•You have the right to privacy/confidentiality.•Use correct terminology.•Do not divulge private information.•There are no dumb questions.•Talk to your parents for more information.

Introduction

• This lesson reviews reproductive anatomy, which is important for the discussion of STDs, contraception and self-exams.

• Anatomy refers to body parts.

• Physiology refers to how the parts function.

• You will listen and complete worksheets during these lectures on anatomy.

Male Reproductive Anatomy

Male Reproductive Anatomy

9.__________

4._________

8.___________

1._________

3.__________

2.___________

6.___________

7.___________

5.___________

10.__________

Male Reproductive Anatomy

Penis

Vas Deferens

Urethra

Testicle

Epididymis

Scrotum

Prostate Gland

Cowper’s Gland

Seminal Vesicle

Bladder

1. 2.

8.

7.

6.

10.

5.

4.

9.3.

Male Side View

9. Penis

11. Anus

10. Bladder

Female Reproductive Anatomy

Female Reproductive Anatomy

2.___________1.___________

3.___________

4.___________

6.___________

5.__________

8.___________7.___________

Female Reproductive Anatomy

OvaryOva / Egg

Fallopian Tube

Uterus

Vagina

Cervix

LabiaVulva

3.

8.7.

6.

5.

4.

2.1.

8. Bladder

9. Urethra

10. Anus

6. Vagina

Female Side View

7. Clitoris

Stages of Sexual Response

1. Excitement Stage

• Result of stimulation

• Genitals fill with blood and increase in size

• Increase in heart rate and blood pressure

2. Plateau Stage

• Continuation of excitement stage

• Continuation of physical changes

• Varies in length

Stages of Sexual Response

3. Orgasm Stage

• Climax/ejaculation

• Release of tension built up during Stage 1

• Lasts a few seconds

4. Resolution Stage

• Occurs after orgasm

• Heart rate and blood pressure decreases

• Genitals return to unexcited state

Self-Exams

• Understanding your body is the key to good health.

• You can learn about your body by performing self-exams.

• Self-exams provide a baseline for how your body should look when it is healthy.

• If you notice a change, including a growth or discharge, it is important to notify your doctor

• Self-exams do not replace exams by professionals.

Types of Self-Exams

• Genital Self-Exam (GSE) • Monthly for males and females• Look for swelling, sores, discharge, changes

• Breast Self-Exam (BSE) for females• Perform one week after menstrual cycle• Look for lumps, discharge, swelling, changes

• Testicular Self-Exam (TSE) for males• After warm bath/shower• Look for a mass or lump

Summary

• During the rest of the lessons you should use correct terms when discussing reproductive anatomy.

• As teens, you are responsible for your sexual health and should be knowledgeable about your body.

• If you have any concerns about your body you should talk to a medical professional.