Podcast
Questions and Answers
The penis is the external female reproductive organ.
The penis is the external female reproductive organ.
False
The glans is the portion that is attached to the abdomen.
The glans is the portion that is attached to the abdomen.
False
Erection is caused by decreased blood flow to the penis.
Erection is caused by decreased blood flow to the penis.
False
The penis forms during fetal development, around 6-8 weeks gestation.
The penis forms during fetal development, around 6-8 weeks gestation.
Signup and view all the answers
Circumcised males should retract the foreskin to clean underneath.
Circumcised males should retract the foreskin to clean underneath.
Signup and view all the answers
Balanitis is a condition where the foreskin is too tight and cannot be retracted over the glans.
Balanitis is a condition where the foreskin is too tight and cannot be retracted over the glans.
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Anatomy
- The penis is the external male reproductive organ.
- It is composed of three parts: the root, shaft, and glans.
- The root is the portion that is attached to the abdomen.
- The shaft is the long, thin portion that is visible.
- The glans is the cone-shaped end of the penis, which is covered by the foreskin in uncircumcised males.
Functions
- The penis serves as the conduit for urine to exit the body.
- During sexual arousal, the penis becomes erect, allowing for sexual intercourse.
- Erection is caused by increased blood flow to the penis, which is stimulated by sexual thoughts or physical stimulation.
Development
- The penis forms during fetal development, around 9-12 weeks gestation.
- The penis continues to grow and develop throughout childhood and adolescence.
- The foreskin, a double-layered fold of skin and mucous membrane, covers the glans penis.
Health and Hygiene
- The penis should be washed regularly with soap and water to maintain cleanliness and prevent infection.
- Uncircumcised males should retract the foreskin to clean underneath.
- Practicing safe sex, such as using condoms, can help prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Common Issues
- Phimosis: a condition where the foreskin is too tight and cannot be retracted over the glans.
- Balanitis: inflammation of the glans penis, often caused by poor hygiene or STIs.
- Erectile dysfunction: the inability to achieve or maintain an erection, often caused by physical or psychological factors.
Anatomy
- The penis consists of three parts: the root (attached to the abdomen), shaft (long and thin), and glans (cone-shaped end covered by foreskin in uncircumcised males).
- The glans is covered by a double-layered fold of skin and mucous membrane called the foreskin.
Functions
- The penis functions as a urinary conduit, allowing urine to exit the body.
- During sexual arousal, the penis becomes erect due to increased blood flow, allowing for sexual intercourse.
Development
- The penis forms during fetal development between 9-12 weeks gestation.
- The penis grows and develops throughout childhood and adolescence.
Health and Hygiene
- Regular washing of the penis with soap and water is essential for cleanliness and preventing infection.
- Uncircumcised males should retract the foreskin to clean underneath.
- Practicing safe sex, including using condoms, can prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Common Issues
- Phimosis is a condition where the foreskin is too tight and cannot be retracted over the glans.
- Balanitis is inflammation of the glans penis, often caused by poor hygiene or STIs.
- Erectile dysfunction is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection, often caused by physical or psychological factors.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Learn about the structure and functions of the male reproductive organ, including its parts and role in urination and sexual arousal.
