book- reproductive system Flashcards

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site of nutrient and gas exchange between fetus and mother

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placenta and umbilical cord

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fetal portion vs maternal portion of the placenta comes from

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fetal; chorionic sac

maternal; decidua functionalis (functional layer of endometrium)

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female and male reproductive tract embryonic structures “ultimate overview”

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mesoderm (epithelium), mesenchyme and primordial germ cells

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germ cells

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develop wk 4 in yolk sac; migrate out of hindgut and get incorporated into primary sex cords at wk 6

into secondary sex cords into oogonia

oogonia get covered by cuboidal epithelium to become primary follicles

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when do female characteristics start to develop in embryo

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wk 7

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paramesonephric ducts (mullerian ducts)

what do the distal and proximal ends become?

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develop lateral to mesonephric kidneys from invaginations of mesothelium

distal ends fuse to form uterovaginal primordium (ultimately divide into uterus and vagina)

proximal ends form ovarian tubes

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xx vs xy

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xx= female
xy=male

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primary sex cords in males during embyro- what happens

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have outer cortex and inner medulla; cortex will regress and medulla becomes testicular tissue via the Y chromosome

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when does testosterone start developing from testes in embryo to develop male genitals

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wk 7

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descent of testis in embryo

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During embryonic development, the testes descend from the posterior abdominal wall through the inguinal canal into the scrotum, guided by the gubernaculum.

mesonephric kidneys atrophy at wk 7 and gubernaculum form (attached to developing testis)

gabernacula guide testes down through inguinal canals

fully descend into scrotum at or after birth

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leydig cells and sertoli cells in embryo

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leydig: devleop ot of seminiferous tubules; secrete testosterone

sertoli: produce mullein inhibiting substance to block formation of female structure

spermatogonia from primordial germ cells also develop

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mesonephric ducts (wolffian ducts) in male embryo become what

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proximal to distal: epididymis, vas deferens, ejactulatory duct

lateral outgrowth become seminal vesicles

many outgrowths form prostate

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male vs female reproductive tract embryo

what are the 2 ducts

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Both sexes start with two paired ducts: the mesonephric (Wolffian) and paramesonephric (Müllerian) ducts.

In males, testosterone promotes Wolffian duct development (into vas deferens, epididymis, seminal vesicles), while Müllerian Inhibiting Substance (MIS/AMH) causes regression of the Müllerian ducts.

In females, absence of AMH and testosterone allows Müllerian ducts to develop into the fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, and upper vagina, while the Wolffian ducts regress.

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when does gonadal ridge form

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wk 5

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spermatogenesis steps

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Spermatogenesis Steps:
1. Spermatogonia (diploid, 2n) — stem cells located in the basal layer of the seminiferous tubules undergo mitosis to maintain the stem cell pool and produce primary spermatocytes.

  1. Primary spermatocytes (diploid, 2n) — enter meiosis I, where homologous chromosomes separate.
  2. Secondary spermatocytes (haploid, n) — result from meiosis I; these quickly enter meiosis II.
  3. Spermatids (haploid, n) — result from meiosis II; immature sperm cells with single sets of chromosomes.
  4. Spermiogenesis — transformation of spermatids into mature, motile spermatozoa (loss of cytoplasm, development of tail, condensation of nucleus).
  5. Spermatozoa — mature sperm released into the lumen of seminiferous tubules and transported to the epididymis for further maturation and storage.

spermatogonia –> primary spermatocyte –> first meiotic division –> two secondary spermatocytes –> second meiotic division –> four spermatids –> four sperm or spermatozoa

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steps of oogenesis

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  1. Oogonia (diploid, 2n)
    Multiply by mitosis during fetal development.
  2. Primary oocytes (diploid, 2n)
    Enter meiosis I during fetal life but arrest at prophase I until puberty.
  3. At puberty, each menstrual cycle:
    A primary oocyte completes meiosis I, producing:
    Secondary oocyte (haploid, n) (large cell)
    First polar body (small, usually degenerates)
  4. Secondary oocyte begins meiosis II but arrests at metaphase II until fertilization.
  5. If fertilization occurs:
    Secondary oocyte completes meiosis II, producing:
    Ovum (haploid, n) (mature egg)
    Second polar body
  6. If no fertilization:
    Secondary oocyte degenerates.

primary oocyte in primary follicle –> first meiotic division –> secondary oocyte in mature follicle and first polar body –> second meiotic division –> mature oocyte and second polar body

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phases of the menstural cycle

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Menstrual Phase (Days 1–5):
- Shedding of the functional layer of the endometrium → menstrual bleeding.

Follicular (Proliferative) Phase (Days 6–14):
- FSH stimulates growth of ovarian follicles.
- Developing follicles produce estrogen → rebuilds the endometrial lining.
- Estrogen peaks → triggers LH surge around day 14.

Ovulation (Day 14):
- LH surge causes release of the secondary oocyte from dominant follicle.

Luteal (Secretory) Phase (Days 15–28):
- Corpus luteum forms → secretes progesterone (and some estrogen).
- Progesterone maintains and thickens endometrium, preparing for implantation.
- If no fertilization → corpus luteum degenerates → drop in progesterone and estrogen → menstruation starts.

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hormones of mensutaral cycle

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FSH- from anterior pituitary; stimulate follicle growth

LH- from anterior pituitary; triggers ovulation and corpus luteum formation

estrogen- from developing follicles; proliferation of endometrium

progesterone- from corpus luteum; maintains secretory endometrium (will degrade to corpus albicans if not fertilized)

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when does hCG take control to prevent corpus luteum from degeneration when fertilized

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wk 20

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fertilization

enzyme?

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sperms acrosome; acrosome reaction

digests zona pellucida of ovum via hyaluroniadse released from the acrosome

sperm penetrates zona pellucida in zona reaction and egg becomes impermeable to another sperm

oocyte arrested in metaphase; completes second meiotic division to become mature oocyte with a second polar body

nucleus of mature oocyte becomes female proneuclaus and sperm also becomes a pronucleus and its tail degenerates

membranes of 2 pronuclei break down and chromosomes arrange for mitotic division/ 23 chromosomes in each pronucleus combine- zygote of 46 chromosomes

cleavage; to get blastomere

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what happens to the oocyte when its fertilized by sperm

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it was arrested in metaphase; so it completes its second meiotic division to become a mature oocyte with a second polar body

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sperm fertilizes egg

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🧬 Steps of Egg Fertilization:
1. Sperm Capacitation
Sperm undergoes biochemical changes in the female reproductive tract, gaining the ability to penetrate the egg.

  1. Acrosome Reaction
    Enzymes from the sperm’s acrosome digest the zona pellucida (glycoprotein shell) of the oocyte.
  2. Sperm Penetration & Fusion
    One sperm fuses with the oocyte membrane; its nucleus enters the oocyte.
  3. Cortical Reaction (Block to Polyspermy)
    Oocyte releases enzymes that harden the zona pellucida, preventing entry of additional sperm.
  4. Completion of Meiosis II
    The secondary oocyte, previously arrested at metaphase II, completes meiosis → forms ovum + second polar body.
  5. Pronuclear Fusion (Syngamy)
    Male and female pronuclei fuse → form a diploid zygote (2n).
  6. Zygote Formation & Cleavage Begins
    The zygote starts mitotic divisions (cleavage), beginning embryonic development.
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blastomere

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A blastomere is one of the early cells formed by cleavage (mitotic division) of the fertilized egg (zygote).

After fertilization, the zygote divides into 2, then 4, then 8, 16, etc.
Each of these resulting cells is called a blastomere.
Blastomeres are totipotent in the earliest stages (can become any cell type in the body or placenta).
They eventually compact and form the morula, then the blastocyst.

So in short:
➡️ Blastomeres = Early embryonic cells formed by cleavage of the zygote.

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zygote

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diploid cell from union of sperm and ovum

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morula
12-15 blastomeres
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blastocyst
fluid filled cavity to seperate blastomere into trophoblast (becomes the embryonic part of placenta) and inner cell mast or embyroblasy (becomes the embryo)
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implantation; normal vs ectopic
normal: endometrial epithelium of uterus; 6 days after fertilization ectopic: usually ampulla or isthmus of fallopian tubes etc
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gastrulation
process of bilaminar embryonic disc becoming trilaminar beginning of morphogenesis (body form)
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inner cell mast
part of blastocyst that becomes bilaminar embryonic disc (epiblast and hypoblast). gives rise to germ layers that will form tissues and organs of embryo
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epiblast and hypoblast (bilaminar disc)
epiblast: floor of amniotic cavity hypoblast: roof of exocoelomic cavity
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trilaminar disc what structures do they become
ectoderm: epidermis, CNS, PNS, retina of eye mesoderm: smooth muscle coats, CT, vessels, cardiovascular system, blood cells, bone marrow, skeleton, striated muscle, reproductive and excretory organs endoderm: epithelial linings of respiratory passages and GI tract, glands opening into GI tract, and glandular cells of organs (liver, pancreas)
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amniotic cavity
A fluid-filled space that forms between the epiblast and trophoblast during early embryogenesis (around day 8 post-fertilization). Surrounded by the amnion, a thin membrane derived from epiblast cells. Expands to enclose the growing embryo/fetus entirely.
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amniotic fluid
Initially derived from maternal plasma; later includes fetal urine, secretions from fetal lungs, skin, and amniotic membrane. Provides a protective cushion, regulates temperature, allows fetal movement and lung development, and prevents adhesion of the amnion to the embryo. Continually circulated as the fetus swallows and urinates the fluid.
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yolk sac
First extraembryonic membrane to form (around day 8). Derived from the hypoblast. Functions: Early nutrient transfer before placental circulation is established. Site of primordial germ cell origin. First site of hematopoiesis (blood cell formation). Contributes to the gut tube.
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allantois
Outpouching of the hindgut into the connecting stalk (around day 16). Functions: Involved in early fluid exchange and waste removal. Contributes to formation of the urachus, which becomes the median umbilical ligament in adults. Plays a role in blood vessel development of the umbilical cord.
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allantois function
blood formation and urinary bladder development
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yolk sac gets incorporated into what and becomes what
into primitive gut --> epithelium of trachea, bronchi, lungs, digestive tract
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cranio-caudal folding
Occur due to rapid growth of the neural tube and somites. Head fold moves the cardiogenic area and oropharyngeal membrane ventrally and caudally. Tail fold moves the connecting stalk and cloacal membrane ventrally and cranially. Together, they help transform the embryo from a flat disc into a C-shaped structure.
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lateral folding
Caused by growth of the somites and lateral plate mesoderm. The sides of the embryo fold ventrally, enclosing the yolk sac and forming the gut tube. Fuse at the midline to create a closed body wall, enclosing the coelomic cavity.
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head and tail fold vs lateral folds in embroyo
craniocaudal: forms head, tail regions, repositions membranes lateral: lateral --> ventral; forms gut tubes; closes body wall
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fetal organ development and the week of gestation
wk 4: heart, forebrain, upper and lower limbs, ears, eye lens wk 6: external auditory canal wk 7: intestines, bone ossification wk 8: digits, external genitalia
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ovary attached to uterus via
broad ligament
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whats in cortex of ovary
interstitial cells that secrete estrogen primordial ovarian follicles and follicles that have undergone atresia and degeneration
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ovary structure -germinal epithelium -tunica albuginea -cortex -medulla
Germinal Epithelium: A single layer of cuboidal to squamous epithelial cells covering the outer surface of the ovary; despite the name, it does not give rise to germ cells but plays a role in surface repair after ovulation. Tunica Albuginea: A dense connective tissue layer beneath the germinal epithelium that protects the ovary. Cortex: The outer region of the ovary containing developing follicles, corpora lutea, and stromal cells. Medulla: The central part of the ovary composed of loose connective tissue, blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves.
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development of an egg (oogenesis)
primordial follicle (oocyte) --> primary follicle --> secondary follicle --> Graafian follicle (has corona radiata) --> rupture follicle releases oocyte --> corpus luteum (secretes progesterone)
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if oocyte is fertilized vs not
fertilized: corpus luteum --> pregnancy and doesnt degenerate if not: becomes corpus albicans and then bleed
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what does the corpus luteum secrete
progesterone
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where does corona radiata develop
in graffian follicle --------------------- In a Graafian follicle, the corona radiata is the innermost layer of cumulus cells that is directly attached to the zona pellucida surrounding the oocyte. It forms part of the cumulus oophorus, which is a mound of granulosa cells that suspends the oocyte within the follicular fluid. These corona radiata cells are tightly connected to the oocyte via gap junctions, providing nutrients and signaling molecules. After ovulation, the corona radiata remains attached to the ovulated oocyte and plays a key role in supporting fertilization. So within the Graafian follicle: Oocyte → Zona Pellucida → Corona Radiata → Cumulus Oophorus → Antrum (fluid)
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theca cells vs granulosa cells stimulated by? secrete?
theca (outside the follicle): stimulated by LH to make androgens (androstenedione) granulosa cells (inside the follicle): stimulated by FSH to convert the androgens from the theca cells into estradiol via aromatase enzyme
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where are cilia concentrated at in the ovarian tubes to move the oocyte
infundibulum
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ovary anatomy
infundibulum: initial opening to receive oocyte; lined with fimbriae ampulla: length of tube isthmus: opening near uterus
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three layers of utuerus
endometrium: mucosa (changes during menstrual cycle; thicken until fertilized, if unfertilized will shed) myometrium: muscularis (smooth muscle) perimetrium: serosa
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during last stages of pregnancy what substance helps soften and thin the cervix so fetus can pass through uterus fungus
relaxin from corpus luteum
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hymen
covers vaginal introitus three layers: mucosa in transverse rugae or folds. muscularis, and adventitia
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clitoris
paired erectile corpora cavernosa
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labia minora vs majora
minora: stratified squamous epithelium, rich vasculature, many sebaceous glands, no hair follicles majora: cornfield epidermis, sebaceous and sweat glands and hair follicles
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breast
15-20 lobes each with lactiferous ducts leading to the nipple stratified squamous epithelium areola: pigmented; nipple and sebaceous glands, dense collagenous CT with elastic fibers and stratified squamous
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ovary produces
estrogen, progesterone and ova
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where are theca and granulosa cells
the ovary
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artery, vein, lymph and nerve for ovary
ovarian arteries (from ab aorta) pampiniform plexus to ovarian vein lumbar lymph nodes ovarian plexus to uterine plexus, PNS from vagus
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where does fertilization occur
ampulla of the fallopian tube
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artery, vein, lymphs and innervation of fallopian tube
branches of uterine and ovarian arteries tubal veins drain to ovarian veins and uterine venous plexus lumbar lymph nodes nerves: ovarian plexus and uterovaginal plexus
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where does the embryo and fetus develop
uterus
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artery, vein, lymph and nerves for uterus and cervis
uterine and ovarian arteries uterine venous plexus internal and external iliac, lumbar, sacral and superficial inguinal lymph nodes nerve; uterovaginal plexus
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broad ligament; 3 parts
Mesosalpinx Surrounds and supports the fallopian tube. Located superior to the mesovarium. Mesovarium Connects the anterior surface of the ovary to the rest of the broad ligament. Contains vessels, lymphatics, and nerves entering the ovary via the ovarian hilum. Mesometrium The largest portion, extends from the pelvic wall to the uterus. Supports the uterus and contains the uterine vessels.
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ligament of ovary
connects ovary to uterus It lies within the broad ligament, specifically in the mesovarium region.
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round ligament helps to maintain what position of what organ
from uterus (uterine horns) and travels through inguinal canal and inserts into labia majora to help uterus maintain anteverted position; pull forward
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suspensory ligament
connects ovary to lateral pelvic wall
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vestibular/ bartholins glands
erectile tissue; secrete mucus during arousal to moisten labia and vestibule on sides of vaginal orfice under bulbospongiosus muscle (within labia majora)
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vestibule
cleft between left and right labia minor
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vaginal artery, vein and lymph, and nerves
uterine and vaginal arteries vaginal venous plexi internal and external iliac, sacral, common iliac and superficial inguinal lymph nodes nerves: uterovaginal plexus, SNS via lumbar splanchnic nerves, PNS via pelvic splanchnic nerves
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vaginal fornix
recessed space formed between cervix and vaginal wall
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SNS vs PNS nerves of vagina
SNS via lumbar splanchnic nerves, PNS via pelvic splanchnic nerves
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mons pubis
fatty sub tissue covered with pubic hair
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laby minor vs majora
minor: hairless and absent of fat. have sebaceous glands and sensory nerve endings majora: has sebaceous glands and pubic hair
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composition of clitoris
two crura, two corpora cavernosa, one glans clitoris covered by the prepuce
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perineal body
supports vagina posteriorly; between vagina and anal canal
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artery, vein, lymphs and innervation of labia minor and majora
internal and external pudendal arteries internal pudendal veins superficial inguinal lymphs ilioinguinal, genitofemoral, pudendal, perineal and cutaneous thigh nerves
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suspensory ligaments of cooper
attach mammany glands to overlying dermis
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mammary gland
secretes milk
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lactiferous sinus and lactiferous duct
sinus: dilated portion of each lactiferous duct,, where small drop of milk remains duct: in each lobule; drains the lobule and opens individually on the nipple
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lymphatics of breast
axillary lymph 75% (lateral) parasternal nodes (medial) subaerolar lymphatic plexus (areola --> nipple --> lobules)
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sebaceous gland on breast
secretes oily substance to protect nipple from chaffing during nursing
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axillary tail
part of mammary gland that extends to inferolateral edge of pec major toward axilla, may enlarge during menstrual cycle
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when is progesterone highest in menses
luteal phase
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when is LH highest in menses
ovulation
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when is estradiol highest in menses
ovulation
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when is FSH highest in menses
follicular phase
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FSH role
in follicular phase day 1-14; stimulates granulosa cell to make estrogen follicle enlarges and forms an antrum
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LH role
high estrogen in late follicular phase act on pituitary to release LH surge to induce ovulation in luteal phase the LH stimulates remaining granulosa and theca cells of follicle to become the corpus luteum, which secretes progesterone and estrogen
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main source of estreogen
developing follicles and corpus luteum of the ovaries
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where is estrogen and other hormones metabolized
liver ; to excrete in urine
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estrogen impacts
ovary and follicle growth, increase contractions, create clear cervical mucus, helps FSH effects on follicular growth, increase vaginal epithelial cells, female pattern pubic hair and body fat, bone growth and calcium deposition, increase HDL and lower LDL
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progesterone functions
stimulate endometrial glands to secrete substance rich in protein and glycogen which is needed for survival, nutrition and adherence of implanted embryo antagonizes estrogen action and decreases contractions of uterine tubes and myometrium stimulates breast growth inhibits milk inducing effects of prolactin acts on hypothalamic centers; and causes rise of basal body temperature at ovulation
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what weeks in developing ovaries do primordial germ cells product oogonia by mitotic divisions
gestational wks 20-24 **at gestational wks8-9 some of these oogonia enter prophase of meiosis and become primary oocytes
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when do all oogonia become oocytes? what state are they suspended in? when will they continue?
6 months after birth; and they will remain in a state of suspended prophase; the first meiotic division will not be complete until ovulation
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in follicular phase what causes primordial follicles to develop ?
17-beta estradiol (which also causes proliferation of endometrial lining and inhibits FSH and LH in anterior pituitary via negative feedback)
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when is dominant follicle selected? and what does it cause?
proliferative phase; day 6-14 this causes plasma estrogen levels to rise --> thinner cervical mucus for passage of sperm follicle will secrete digestive enzymes and prostaglandins to mediate ovulation
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when does oocyte complete its first meiotic division
just before ovulation Timeline: The primary oocyte is arrested in prophase I from fetal life until puberty. LH surge triggers the completion of meiosis I shortly before ovulation. This produces: A secondary oocyte (haploid, larger cell), And a first polar body (small, non-functional cell). 🟡 The secondary oocyte then enters meiosis II and arrests at metaphase II until fertilization.
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impact of progesterone in secretory phase (day 15-28)
progesterone cause spiral arteries to coil more tightly making it secretory mucosa to secrete nutritious glycoporteins to sustain an implanted embryo FSH and LH are inhibited so no new follicles can develop hormone dependent spiral arteries will slough off and die if not fertilized
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when to get pregnant
5 days before or 24 hours after ovulation sperm can fertilize oocyte for up to seven days (viable after ejactulation) ovulated oocyte remains fertile for 12-24 hours
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uterine/ fallopian tubes are lined with
cilia-lined fimbria
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passage of sperm through cervical mucus is dependent on
estrogen induced changes in the mucus conssitency
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sperm reaching oocyte
sperms own propulsion, smooth muscle contraction, prostaglandins low pH of vagina inhibits
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what needs to happen for sperm to penetrate oocyte
for sperm to penetrate oocyte they need to be capacitated: glycoprotein coat on head of sperm is removed to bind
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what happens when sperm and oocyte fuse
reaction in which secretory vesicles in oocytes periphery release their contents to inactivate sperm binding sites and harden zona pellucida; so only 1 sperm can bind
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what happens when sperm enters oocyte
secondary oocyte completes meiosis II and ejects second polar body; forming female pronucleus sperms tail degenerates, nucleus enlarges and forms male pronucleus pronuclei migrate toward each other as mitotic spindles form between them' --> maternal and paternal chromosomes combine to for diploid zygote
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uterine implantation ; receptivity of endometrium to fertilized ovum is dependent on
low estrogen/progesterone ratio corresponds to period of highest progesterone output by corpus luteum
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hCG what is it secreted by
LH like homrone; secreted by embryonic trophoblast cells of the placenta to maintain viability of corpus leuteum and therefore plasma levels of estrogen and progesterone (during pregnancy)
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estrogen
stimulate growth of uterine muscle mass; contractile force for baby delivery
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progesterone
inhibit uterine motility so fetus not expelled prematurely
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oxytocin
via posterior pituitary myometrial contractions at term, milk release during lactation, induction of labour
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prolactin
estrogen stimulates prolactin secretion by anterior pituitary ; increase over course of pregnancy (but estrogen and progesterone block its action until after pregnancy) so that lactation can happen lactation via suckling; stimulates oxytocin and prolactin as long as lactation continues; ovulation is suppressed because prolactin inhibits GnRH secretion by the hypothalamus and FSH and LH secretion by anterior pituitary
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placental lactogen
act on fetus to promote and regulate growth and metbaolism
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menopause- what is happening
ovaries lose ability to response to gonadotropins; ovarian follicles and oocytes have degenerated, so estrogen is no longer produced FSH and LH rise because hypothalamus and anterior pituitary are functioning normally and are not being inhibited by estrogen small amount of estrogen persists because of conversion of androgens to estrogens in adrenal glands and storage in adipocytes breast and genital atrophy, decrease bone mass, cholesterol accumulates
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tunica albuginea and tunica vaginalis of the testes
albuginea: more internal; fibrous coat covering the testes vaginalis: periotneal sac forming visceral and parietal layers
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somniferous tubules
site where sperm are formed Sperm get stored in epididymis
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spermatogonia two types
type A serves as stem cells (make more type A and B spermatogonia) type B divides to form primary spermatocytes, stimulated by FSH
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primary spermatocytes vs secondary spermatocytes
primary: prophase of first phase of meiosis for 22 days then become secondary secondary: passs through second phase of meiosis and divide to form spermatids
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spermatogenesis
Spermatogonia (2n, stem cells) ↓ mitosis Primary Spermatocyte (2n) ↓ meiosis I Secondary Spermatocyte (1n) ↓ meiosis II Spermatids (1n) ↓ spermiogenesis (no division) Spermatozoa (1n, mature sperm)
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spermatozoa
fully mature male gamete, takes 48-64 days to form nucleus head covered by acrosome (contain enzymes to penetrate oocyte) neck with dense sheath of mitochondria to power movement of tail
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sertoli vs leydig cells secrete? stimulated by?
sertoli: secrete inhibin, AMH, androgen binding protein, provide developing germ cells with nutrients. inhibited by causes negative feedback on anterior pituitary release of FSH and LH --> stimulated by FSH leydig: secrete testosterone --> stimulated by LH
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journey of spermatozoa
straight tubules --> rete testis --> efferent ductules --> epididymis --> storage in terminal epididymis --> at ejaculation, epididymis and vas deferens smooth muscle contract to propel sperm out into urethra
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seminal vesicles
develop as outgrowth of vas deference produce fructose-rich fluid which makes up 70% of semen, and provide main energy source for sperm also contribute prostaglandins, falcons and proteins and enzymes to coagulate sperm after ejaculation
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bublourethral glands (of Cowper)
in distal urethra; produce a fluid that lubricates the urethral lumen preceding ejactulation
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prostate
cuboidal/columnar epithelium secretes fluid rich in lipids, proteolytic enzymes, acid phosphatase, fibrinolysis (liquefies semen), prostatic acid phosphatase, prostate-specific antigen, critic acid fibromuscular CT stroma; help move seminal fluid out and prevent retrograde ejactulation
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penis erectile tissue
two corpora cavernosa length wise at head is corpus spongiosum
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testes form what?
form spermatozoa, also synthesize, store and release testosterone
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hormones of the testes
Sertoli cells secrete androgen binding protein, AMH and inhibin leydig (in between seminiferous tubules) secrete testosterone to promote secondary sex characteristics
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site of spermatic maturation
epididymis
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artery, vein, lymphs and nerves for testis
testicular arteries from abdominal aorta testeicular veins form pampiniform plexus (left is longer and drains to left renal vein, making varicoceles more likely on left) (right drains right into IVC) lumbar and preaortic lymph testicular plexus of nerves SNS and PNS from T7
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scrotum is a fibromuscular sac containing
testes, epididymis, initial portion of ductus deferent
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scrotal raphe
midline; indicate bilateral embryonic origin
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scrotum artery, vein, lymph, nerve
artery: external pudendal (from femoral artery) and internal pudendal (from internal iliac artery) vein: external pudendal vein (drain to great saphenous vein and then femoral vein) superficial inguinal lymph iliolinguinal, genitofemoral, posterior scrotal, posterior femoral cutaneous nerves
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ductus deferens (vas deferens)
at tail of epididymis; transport sperm to ejaculatory duct
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prostate location
between male urinary bladder and urogenital diaphragm secretes nutritive component of semen and enzymes for coagulation
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artery, vein, lymph, nerve of prostate
LOL I DONT WANT TO (pg 464)
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what lobe of the prostate is palpable on digital examination
posterior lobe
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seminal vesicles artery vein lymph innervation (pg 464)
secrete alkaline fluid to mix with sperm LOL NO
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ejaculatory ducts artery vein lymph innervation (pg 465)
NOPE
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glans penis
i.e head of penis, distal expansion of corpus spongiosum
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FSH and LH role in male
FSH stimulates spermatogenesis via Sertoli cells to release androgen binding proteins (ABP). ABP promotes spermatogenicc cells to bind and concentrate testosterone, which in turn stimulates spermatogenesis LH binds leydig cells to secrete testosterone
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testosterone
testes secrete testosterone at constnnt rate hypothalamus; GnRH pulses are episodic Anterior pituiaty: FSH and LH functions: protein anabolism, bone growth, etc
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composition of semen
fructose (fuel for sperm) prostaglandins (decrease cervical mucus viscosity) relaxin (for sperm motility) alkaline fluids (neutralize acidic vaginal enviroenemt) seminal plasmin (antibacterial) fibrinogen (coagulate semen after ejaculation) fibrinolysis, PSA (liquefy coagulated semen to enable sperm to swim)
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amenorrhea
total absence of menstural flow possibly from; idiopathic anovulation, ovarian failure (menopasue, ED, athletes), PCOS, pregnancy
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anovulation
lack of prodcution of egg and thus corpus luteum in the menstural cycle no mid cycle LH surge, progesterone levels never rise there is frequently physiologic (normal) anvolution in first 1-2yrs after menarche from: hormonal imbalances, ED, athlete, PCOS, thryoid or adrenal insufficiency sx: oligomenorrhea, variable cycle length, PMS, lack of temperature spike mid cycle
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dysfunctional uterine bleeding what is the underlying problem
seen in; estrogen drugs, PCOS, chronic anovulatory cycles problem: excessive unopposed estrogen
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menopause
loss of ovarian sensitivity to gonadotropin stimulation osteoporosis, vaginal atrophy, arteriosclerosis hot falshes, night sweats, diaphoresis, vaginal dryness, amenorrhea, fatigue, depression, anxiety, myalgia, arthralgia
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ovarian insufficiency
women under 40yoa primary ovarian insuffieicney: from ovarian disorder (ovaries themselves) --> i.e. autoimmune, genetic, radiation secondary: inadequate ovarian stimulation due to hypothalamic or pituitary issues --> i.e. stress, anorexia, pituitary tumor causes menopause sx
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balanitis
inflammation of glans penis (head) from: STI, allergy, candidiasis etc sx: pain, discharge, inguinal lymphadenopathy, dysuria
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cervicitis
inflamed cervix, usually from STI vaginal discharge, pelvic pain, cervical motion tenderness, fever, myalgia, fatigue
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endometriosis
presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus risks: excess estrogen exposure complications: infertility, chocolate ovary cysts sx: worsening dysmenorrhea, pelvic pain, dyspareunia
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endometritis (not endometriosis); cause
dangerous infection of uterus; staph aureus or strep spp. usually from instrumentation or retention of placental fragments chronic endometriosis can occur in the setting of PID, tuberculosis, chlamydia, cerivical cancer risk: prgnacny, immunosuppression sx: fever, anorexia, dyspareunia, uterine tenderness, vaginal discharge, malaise
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orchitis
inflamed testes from mumps, viral infection, UTI complication, gonorrhea, catheter can lead to infertility sx: unilateral, enlarged testes, tender
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pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) causes?
infected and inflamed endometrium, fallopian tubes, or pelvic peritoneum STIs: neisseria gonorrhea, chlamydia trachomatis, mycoplasma spp., staph and strep risk: unopretoected sex, multiple parteners complications; infertility sx: ab pain, slow gait, fever, tachycardia, rebound tenderness, guarding, leukocytosis
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salpingitis
infalmmation of infection of fallopian tubes; often used interchangeably with PID
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vaginitis most common causes
inflamed vaginal epithelium Candida albicans, haemophilus vaginalis, trichomonas vaginalis and menopasue (atrophic vaginitis) risks: sexually active or menopuase
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give the typical characteristics of the following forms of vaginitis candidal vaginitis bacterial vaginosis atrophic vagintis (menopause) trichomoniasis
candidal vaginitis: creamy white discharge, yeasty odor, pH <4.5, yeast, pseudohyphae or hyphae seen on KOH wet mount bacterial vaginosis: fishy vaginal order and discharge, pH > 4.5, clue cells on wet mount atrophic vagintis (menopause): no vaginal discharge, pale tissue without rogation, pH 5-5.7, petechiae trichomoniasis: yellow or green foul discharge, lymphadenopathy, pH 5-7, strawberry cervix
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BV vs candida vs trichomoas for vaginitis key findings
BV = Bacteria + clue cells + fishy odor (basic pH) Candida = Cottage cheese, itchy, low pH Trichomonas = Tricky protozoa, frothy green, motile, strawberry cervix
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pH < 4.5 vs > 4.5 for vagina infections
<4.5: candida > 4.5: BV and trichomonisis
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clue cells in what vaginitis (seen on wet mount)
BV
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strawberry cervix in what vaginitis
trichomoniasis
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yellow green foul discharge
trichomoniasis
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fish vaginal odor
BV
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KOH wet mount of candida
yeast, pseudohyphae or hyphae
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cryptorchidism
failure of testes to descend into scrotum (congenital) risks: premature infants, xenoestrogens complication: sterility, testicular atrophy sx: palpable testicles in inguinal canal
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epispadias vs hypospadias which is more common
epispadias: urethral opening on dorsal (top) of penis hypospadias: urethral opening on ventral (underside) of penis --> more common
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fragile X syndrome what is the genetic mutation?
CGG trinucleotide repeat expansion in the FMR1 gene on X chromosome X linked dominant; seen in males; impaired brain development CGG repeats on X chromosome --> block FMR1 gene expression --> FMR protein is for neural development macroorchidism (large testes), elongated face, prominent ears, low muscle tone, autism, mental retardation
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imperforate hymen
tampon use, sx, medical paps etc
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Klinefelter's syndrome what is the genetic mutation
47 XXY, (multiple x syndrome) males with small genitals and lack of sexual maturation tall, infertile, gynecomastia, mental retardation, lack male secondary sex characteristics
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Klinefelter's syndrome/ multiple X syndrome vs fragile X syndrome
klinefelter: 477 XXY causing small genitals and mental problems in males fragile: CGG repeats on X chromosomes; FMR1 gene; impacts neural development, low muscle tone, macroorchidism (big testes), long face
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paraphimosis
Retracted foreskin cannot return to cover glans
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paraphimosis vs phimosis
para: Retracted foreskin cannot return to cover glans (cant pull it forward; constrict glans/ vasculature --> emergency) phimosis: Foreskin cannot be retracted over glans (cant pull it back; may cause infection or block pee)
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phimosis
Foreskin cannot be retracted over glans
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pseudohermaphroditism
someone both with secondary sex characteristics that dont match their gonads or chromosome i..e look male but have ovaries and 46,XX genotype
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septate vagina and uterus
septate or double vagina or uterus Both are Müllerian duct anomalies due to incomplete resorption of the medial septum after fusion of the paramesonephric (Müllerian) ducts. this causes a division?? sx: dysfunctional uterine bleeding or amenorrhea ---- "Septate = Single on the outside, Split on the inside" Uterus: Think pregnancy problems Vagina: Think dyspareunia or tampon issues
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turners syndrome
45, X genome lead to hypogonadism and features (short stature, aortic coarctation, broad chest, web neck) DX: Hormonal profile: High FSH/LH, low estrogen Ultrasound: Streak ovaries, structural anomalies ------------------------ "Turner = Tiny (short), webbed neck, no ovaries" "XO = no estrogen → infertility"
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benign scrotal conditions -hydrocele -hematocele -spermatocele -varicocele
Hydrocele: Painless fluid buildup in the tunica vaginalis that transilluminates; often congenital or post-infectious. Hematocele: Painful blood accumulation in the tunica vaginalis, usually due to trauma; does not transilluminate. Spermatocele: Painless, cystic swelling from the epididymis containing sperm, often found incidentally; may transilluminate. Varicocele: Dilated veins of the pampiniform plexus, feels like a “bag of worms,” most common on the left; may cause infertility.
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fibrocystic breat
from excess estrogen exposure or idiopathic sx: cyclic mastalgia, changing bra size, improvement after menses 4 types fibrosis form: fibrous overgrowth cystic form: serous fluid, blood or thick secretions sclerosis adenosis: small ducts or acini with increased stroma but no cysts ductal epithelial hyperplasia: extensive multi-layered epithelium in ducts but with no cysts ;; pre malignant
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galactocele
dilation of duct leading to cyst formation during lactation
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maxillary duct ectasia
granulomatous infalmmation with lots of plasma cells around lactiferous duct post-menopausal leads to dilation and influx of lymphocytes; fill with solidified secretions and have thick and ropey feeling
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mastitis - cause?
painful inflammation of breast, usually in lactation and get cracks in nipples, one sided from strep or staph
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traumatic fat necrosis
degenerate fatty tissue in boob; palpable mass and pain and inflammed
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fibroadenoma
most common benign tumor of breast; before 30yoa fibrous and glandular= responses to estrogen; changes with menses firm, rubbery, painless
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breast cancer
most common cancer in women peak incidence after menopause
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pagets disease of bone
Paget’s disease causes enlarged, weakened, and deformed bones due to uncoordinated activity of overactive osteoclasts followed by chaotic osteoblast repair. Common sites include the skull, spine, pelvis, and long bones.
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pagets disease of breast
A rare form of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) or invasive breast cancer that extends to the epidermis of the nipple and areola, causing eczematous changes. 🔑 Paget’s disease of the breast presents as a scaly, red, itchy nipple with possible discharge or erosion and is strongly associated with underlying ductal carcinoma. Diagnosis requires biopsy showing Paget cells — large, clear cells in the epidermis. --> looks like eczema of the nipple risk: long term estrogen exposure
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breast carcinomas: intraductal carcinoma in situ lobular CIS ductal carcinoma
Intraductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS): A non-invasive breast cancer where malignant cells fill ductal spaces but do not invade the basement membrane. Typically found as microcalcifications on mammogram; may progress to invasive ductal carcinoma if untreated. Lobular Carcinoma In Situ (LCIS): A non-invasive proliferation of atypical lobular cells, usually found incidentally on biopsy. It’s not cancer itself but a marker for increased bilateral breast cancer risk, especially if estrogen receptor–positive. Ductal Carcinoma (Invasive): The most common type of invasive breast cancer, arising from ductal epithelium and invading surrounding stroma. Presents as a firm, irregular mass, may cause skin dimpling or nipple retraction; often spreads to lymph nodes.
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benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) which zone?
increased division of normal prostate cells in zone surrounding the urethra (transitional sone) can mechanically compress the urethra and cause obstruction obesity, insulin resistnace, rising estrogen and delving testosterone BRCA1/2 genes, type 2 DM sx: freuqnecy, nicturia, incomplete bladder emptying, total PSA mildly elevated with normal free PSA, smooth large prostate (sulcus not palpable)
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chronic prostatitis
inflamed prostate or lower urinary tract (i.e. bacterial, non bacterial etc) prostate stones can form leaky urothelial syndrome: due to breakdown in urine-prostate barrier from dysbiosis and inflammation in gut causes bacteria and urinary compounds in urinary tract to cause inflammation and pain sx:tender prostate, WBC high if bacterial, pain or burning on ejactulation or urination
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which bacteria causes bacterial chronic prostatitis
Enterobacteriaceae -------- Enterobacteriaceae are a large family of Gram-negative bacteria that includes a number of pathogens such as Klebsiella, Enterobacter, Citrobacter, Salmonella, Escherichia coli, Shigella, Proteus, Serratia and other species.
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acute vs chronic prostatitis and the type of WBC seen
acute: neutrophils chronic: macrophages and lymphocytes
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most common cause of acute prostatis
e coli usually spread sexually sx: fever, dysuria, hematuria, pyruria, bacteriuria
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ovarian cysts
hyperplasia of one or more ovarian follicles, which become fluid filled most are physiological or functional and part of normal cycle of oocyte formation
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types of ovarian cysts
hemorrhagic cyst: blood vessel rupture --> adnexal pain at ovulation and mense endometriosis (chocolate) cyst: endometrial tissue grows on ovary as part of endometriosis dermoid cyst (teratoma): benign tumor
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PCOS
bilateral cystic ovaries; insulin resistnace, hyperandrogenism, obesity cysts are enlarged immature follicles (not true cysts) excess adiposity --> insulin resistance --> aromatization --> worsen estrogen/androgen imbalances sx: amenorrhea, oligomenorrhea, anovulatory cycles, acanthuses nigricans, hirsutism, acne
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choriocarcinoma (discesa of the plant)
malignant neoplasm of trophoblast invalding surrounding tissue and vascular space metastatic hydatiform mole risks: high beta-hCG --------------------- A highly malignant, invasive trophoblastic tumor composed of cytotrophoblasts and syncytiotrophoblasts without villi. Usually arises after a molar pregnancy, but can follow any gestation or occur as a testicular tumor. Produces very high levels of beta-hCG, leading to symptoms like abnormal uterine bleeding and sometimes hyperthyroidism. Characterized by early hematogenous spread, especially to the lungs and brain. Treatment is highly responsive to chemotherapy (e.g., methotrexate or EMA-CO regimen).
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moles: hydatidiform mole, invasive mole, metastatic mole, partial mole
A molar pregnancy is an abnormal form of pregnancy where the placenta develops into a mass of cysts (grape-like swollen villi) instead of a normal fetus. It results from abnormal fertilization leading to overgrowth of trophoblastic tissue, causing high levels of hCG, uterine enlargement, and bleeding. ---------- abnormal placental formation with no fetal component; type of gestational trophoblastic disease. all pregnancy sx but exacerbated, high beta hCG and uterine bleeding --------- Complete mole = no fetus, 100% paternal DNA, high risk of malignancy Partial mole = some fetal tissue, triploid, lower risk Invasive mole = local myometrial invasion, post-mole complication Metastatic mole (choriocarcinoma) = malignant spread, aggressive
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pre eclampsia vs eclampsia
Pre-eclampsia is hypertension + proteinuria in pregnancy; eclampsia is when seizures develop on top of pre-eclampsia. after 20 weeks gestation
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pre eclampsia
New-onset hypertension (≥140/90 mmHg) and proteinuria (≥300 mg/24h) after 20 weeks gestation in a previously normotensive woman. May include symptoms like edema, headache, visual disturbances, and elevated liver enzymes. Due to abnormal placental blood vessel development causing endothelial dysfunction and vasospasm.
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eclampsia
Pre-eclampsia + seizures (tonic-clonic convulsions) not explained by other causes. [[pre eclampsia= hypertesnion and proteinuria after 20wks gestation]] It’s a life-threatening progression with risk of maternal and fetal complications. Requires urgent management with magnesium sulfate to prevent/treat seizures.
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bartholins cysts
bartholin glands secrete mucus to lubricate vaginal Introits during sex blocked glands usually infection in deeper tissue dyspareunia, pain on sitting
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cystocele/rectocele/urethrocele (vaginal hernia)
herniation of urinary bladder, rectum or uretha into the vaina i.e. pregnancy, trauma, surgery, lack of perineal muscle tone incontience, pain, dysuria
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cervical intraepithelial neoplasia from what disease
HPV induced dysplasia of the cervix premalignant; can lead to cervial cancer risk; multiple sex partners,
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endometrial hyperplasia
excess estrogen stimulation which may be causes by anovulatory cycles sx: abnormal vaginal bleeding, polyps
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leiomyoma (uterine fibroids)
most common female tumor benign neoplasms that are estrogen sensitive; increase in pregnancy and decrease in menopause asymptomatic or cause excess bleeding
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invasive carcinoma of the cervix which cell type and from what
squamous cell carcinoma via HPV
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leomyosarcoma
rare malignant tumor from benign leiomyoma
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prostate cancer which zone
adenocarcinoma of the prostate; most common cancer in men; in peripheral zone of prostate western life, low vitmain D, HPV, high estrogen palpable nodule, high total PSA and low free PSA
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which zone of prostate for prostate cancer vs BPH?
Peripheral zone = cancer Transition zone = BPH
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total PSA and free PSA in prostate cancer vs BPH
cancer: high total PSA, low free PSA BPH: slightly high total PSA, high free PSA
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ovarian cancer
3 types: serous, mutinous, endometriod risks: nulliparous, excess estrogen exposure, BRCA1/2 gene no sx until late; metastatic, high mortlality
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penile cancer
rare but most common is scquamous cell carcinoma
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testicular cancer
95% are germ cell origins germ cell --> seminoma (germ cells mixed with lymphocytes --> non-seminoma non-germ cell tumors --> Sertoli cell tumor: an secrete androgens or estrogen and cause feminization or masculinization --> leydig cell tumor: can secrete androgens or estrogen and cause gynecomastia
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vulvar cancer from which type of HPV
HPV 16 and 18
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chancroid from what bacteria
penile lesion; painful non-indurated ulcer with lymphadenitis haemophilus ducreyi (gram negative rod)
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haemophilus ducreyi what type of bacteria
gram negative rod
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bacterial vaginosis from which bacterial
gardnerella vaginalis could be from feminine hygiene products, intercourse, IUD
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chlamydia
c. trachomatis, replication cycle- form elementary bodies inside inclusion vesicles can cause PID and infertility
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chlamydia serovars A-C chlamydia serovars D-K chlamydia serovars L1-L3
A-C: trachoma -infecting neonatal eye--> corona scar and blindness D-K: urethritis and cervicitis L1-L3: lymphogrnauloma venereum; painful ulcer --> inguinal lymphadenopathy, associated with HIV
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lymphogrnauloma venereum
from chlamydia serovars L1-L3 stage 1: painless genital ulcer stage 2: painful inguinal lymphadenopathy stage 3: chronic inflammation --> fibrosis
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gonorrhea
most women asymptomatic or mucopurlent discharge. can cause PID and infertility. in infants can cause ophthalmia neonatorum (blindness) men: symptomatic with yellow green mucopurulent penile discharge and dysuria and red swollen meatus
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virulence factors of gonorrhea
pili, IgA protease, lipooligosaccharide
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type of bacteria that gonorrhea is
gram negative diplococci
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herpes simplex virus
HSV 1- saliva, latent in trigminal ganglia, reactivate is stress, illnesss, hormonal fluctuations --> cold sore of fever blister HSV-2- sexual, latent in lumbar or sacral ganglia --> fever and inguinal lymph, genital lesions (but can also be in mouth)
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human papilloma virus (HPV) type of bacteria? transmission? sx
non enveloped DNA papovavirus skin to skin contract common and plantar warts condyloma acuminata (genital wart) -->anal, genital or oral warts from HPV6 or HPV11 --> carcinoma of cervix, penis or anus: HPV16, HPV18, HPV31
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condyloma acuminata are what and caused by what
genital warts via HPV (6 and 11) 16&18 are cancer
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which HPV causes warts vs cancer
-->anal, genital or oral warts from HPV6 or HPV11 --> carcinoma of cervix, penis or anus: HPV16, HPV18, HPV31
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nongonococcal urethritis
Urethral inflammation not caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It’s the most common cause of urethritis in men. --------------------- via chlamydia (most common) inflamed and clear discharge in male asymptomatic or cervicitis in female other causes: ureaplasma urealyticum, mycoplasma genitalium, haemophilus vaginalis, adenovirus
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syphillis cause?
treponema pallidum -sphirocete, thin wall from initiate contact with mucus membranes with the lesion or vertical transmission to fetus s
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primary vs secondary vs latent vs tertiary syphilis
primary: painless chancre (ulcer) secondary: rash (palms/soles), condyloma lata (lesions on genitals) latent: none tertiary: gummas, aortitis, neurosyphilis; granulomas in skin or bones or CNS insolvent and cardiovascular lesion; can cause death
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toxic shock syndrome what bacteria and product
acute, febrile, exotoxin producing strains of phage group 1 staphylococcus aureus, from tampon high fever, sore throat, diarrhea, vomit, lethargy, confusion -->can cause shock or death
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trichomoiaiss cause
trichomonas vaginalis from multiple sex parters, IV drugs etc vaginitis, increased risk of CIN and PID asymptomatic or abnormal vaginal discharge, vaginal door, dyspareniunia and dysuria
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