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male reproductive system (89 cards)

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acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)

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A potentially life-threatening disease that is caused by infection with HIV commonly transmitted in infected blood especially during illicit intravenous drug use and in bodily secretions during sexual intercourse.

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androgen

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hormones that stimulate or control the development of male characteristics; includes testosterone

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antiretroviral therapy

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Treatment using medications that inhibit the replication of retroviruses, such as HIV, improving the health and prolonging the life of people infected.

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anorchism

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The absence of one or both testes

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aspermia

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The complete absence of semen, a rare condition affecting male fertility

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azoospermia

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The absence of sperm in semen, often linked to infertility

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balanitis

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Inflammation of the glans penis, often due to infection or irritation

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benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)

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Noncancerous
enlargement of the prostate gland

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bulbourethral glands

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Glands that produce a fluid that lubricates the urethra and neutralizes any acidity due to urine

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chemotherapy

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The use of drugs to destroy cancer cells, typically by stopping their ability to grow and divide

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chlamydia

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A common sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia
trachomatis

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circumcision

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The surgical removal of the foreskin from the penis

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coitus

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The sexual union of a male and female involving insertion of the penis into the vagina

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condom

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A contraceptive device worn over the penis during sexual activity to prevent pregnancy and reduce the risk of STIs

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cryptochidism

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A condition where one or both testes fail to descend into the
scrotum before birth

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digital rectal exam

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A manual examination of the prostate gland through the rectum to check for abnormalities.

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ejaculation

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The discharge of semen from the male reproductive system

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epididymis

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A long, coiled tube attached to the back of the testis that stores and carries sperm

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erectile dysfunction

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The inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance.

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foreskin

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The retractable fold of skin covering the end of the penis

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genital herpes

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A sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the herpes simplex virus, characterized by painful blisters in the genital area

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glans penis

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The bulbous tip of the penis

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gonorrhea

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A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae

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herpes simplex virus (HSV)

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A virus causing contagious sores, most often around the mouth or on the genitals.

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hormone therapy
Treatment to alter hormone levels to slow or stop cancer cell growth
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human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
A virus that attacks the T-helper cells of the immune system
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human papillomavirus (HPV)
A group of viruses that can cause warts on the skin or mucous membranes and are associated with some types of cancer
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hydrocele
A fluid-filled sac around a testicle, often causing swelling in the scrotum
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hydrocelectomy
Surgical removal of a hydrocele, a fluid-filled sac in the scrotum, to relieve swelling
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immunotherapy
Treatment that uses certain parts of a person’s immune system to fight diseases such as cancer
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inguinal hernia
A condition where part of the intestine protrudes through the inguinal canal into the scrotum
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inguinal orchiectomy
Surgical removal of a testicle through an incision in the groin area
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libido
Sexual desire or drive
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nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT)
A laboratory test that increases the amount of DNA or RNA in a sample to detect the presence of specific organisms, such as bacteria or viruses
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open radical prostatectomy
A surgical technique involving an incision to remove the prostate gland
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orchiectomy
Surgical removal of one or both testicles, often done for cancer treatment or hormone therapy
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orgasm
The climax of sexual stimulation
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pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
A complication of STIs, such as chlamydia or gonorrhea, affecting female reproductive organs
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pelvic lymphadenectomy
Surgical removal of lymph nodes in the pelvis to check for cancer spread
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penis
The male organ used for urination and sexual intercourse
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phimosis
A condition where the foreskin cannot be fully retracted over the glans penis, sometimes requiring circumcision for treatment
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prepuce
Another term for foreskin, the skin covering the glans of the penis
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priapism
A prolonged and often painful erection of the penis not associated with sexual desire
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prostate
A gland in the male reproductive system that produces some of the fluid in semen
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prostate cancer
A form of cancer that develops in the prostate gland
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prostate-specific antigen (PSA)
A protein produced by the prostate gland; elevated levels may indicate prostate cancer
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prostatitis
Inflammation of the prostate gland, which can cause urinary problems and discomfort
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PSMA PET scan
An imaging test using a radioactive substance to detect prostate cancer cells by targeting PSMA protein
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puberty
The period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of reproduction
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radiation therapy
Treatment using high- energy waves like X-rays to destroy cancer cells
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radical laparoscopic prostatectomy
Minimally invasive surgery using small incisions and a camera to remove the prostate
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radical prostatectomy
Surgery to remove the entire prostate gland and some surrounding tissue
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radiopharmaceutical therapy
Treatment using radioactive drugs to target and kill cancer cells
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robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy
A robotic surgery method for prostate removal using laparoscopic techniques
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scrotum
A pouch of skin containing the testicles and part of the spermatic cord
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semen
The fluid that is ejaculated during orgasm, containing sperm and secretions from the male reproductive glands
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semen analysis
A test to evaluate the characteristics of a male’s semen and the sperm contained therein, often used to assess fertility
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seminal vesicle biosy
A procedure to remove fluid from seminal vesicles for cancer cell examination
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seminal vesicles
Glandular pouches that secrete semen into the ejaculatory duct
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seminiferous tubules
Narrow, coiled tubules inside the testes where sperm are produced
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sexually transmitted disease (STD)
Diseases that are primarily transmitted through sexual activity
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sexually transmitted infection (STI)
Infections typically spread through sexual contact
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sperm
Male reproductive cells involved in sexual reproduction
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spermatic cord
A bundle of nerves, ducts, and blood vessels connecting the testicles to the abdominal cavity
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spermatocele
A fluid-filled cyst in the epididymis, often painless and found near the testicles
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spermatogenesis
The process of sperm cell development
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sterilization
A permanent method of contraception that prevents pregnancy in women and the release of sperm in men
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syphilis
A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, characterized by various stages including sores, rashes, and potentially serious systemic effects if untreated
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targeted therapy
Cancer treatment that uses drugs to target specific genes and proteins involved in the growth and survival of cancer cells
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testes
The male reproductive organs that produce sperm and testosterone
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testicular cancer
Cancer that originates in the testicles, typically diagnosed in younger men
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testicular torsion
A medical emergency where the spermatic cord becomes twisted, cutting off blood supply to the testicle
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testosterone
A primary male sex hormone responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics
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torsion
The twisting of the spermatic cord, which can cut off blood supply to the testicle
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transrectal biopsy
Tissue sample removal from the prostate via the rectum for cancer testing
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transrectal MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging of the prostate gland through the rectum
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transrectal MRI guided biopsy
A procedure that uses magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to guide the removal of tissue samples from the prostate through the rectum
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transrectal ultrasound
A diagnostic procedure using ultrasound inserted through the rectum to visualize the prostate
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transrectal ultrasound guided biopsy
A procedure in which a probe inserted into the rectum uses ultrasound to guide the removal of tissue samples from the prostate for analysis
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transurethral
Pertaining to going through or across the urethra
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transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP)
A surgical procedure to make incisions in the prostate gland to treat urinary problems due to BPH
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transurethral microwave thermotherapy (TUMT)
A treatment for BPH using microwave energy to reduce prostate size
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transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
A surgical procedure to remove part of the prostate gland to relieve urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate
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trichomoniasis
A common sexually transmitted infection caused by a protozoan parasite, often resulting in vaginal or urethral discharge
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urologist
A physician who specializes in the treatment of disorders of the urinary system and male reproductive system
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urology
Study of the male and female urinary tract systems and the male reproductive system
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varicocele
An enlargement of the veins within the scrotum, often associated with infertility
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vas deferens
The duct that conveys sperm from the testicle to the urethra
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vasectomy
A surgical procedure for male sterilization involving the cutting and sealing of part of each vas deferens

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