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What is the primary factor affecting fertility in women?
What is the primary factor affecting fertility in women?
Which of the following is NOT a type of contraception?
Which of the following is NOT a type of contraception?
What is the primary purpose of prenatal care during pregnancy?
What is the primary purpose of prenatal care during pregnancy?
Which STD is caused by a bacterial infection?
Which STD is caused by a bacterial infection?
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What is the definition of Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP)?
What is the definition of Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP)?
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Which of the following is a symptom of infertility?
Which of the following is a symptom of infertility?
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What is the most effective method of contraception?
What is the most effective method of contraception?
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What is the primary stage of pregnancy during which the embryo develops into a fetus?
What is the primary stage of pregnancy during which the embryo develops into a fetus?
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Which of the following is a safe sex practice to prevent STDs?
Which of the following is a safe sex practice to prevent STDs?
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What is the primary reason for fertility testing?
What is the primary reason for fertility testing?
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Study Notes
Fertility
- Definition: Fertility refers to the ability of a person or couple to conceive a child.
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Factors affecting fertility:
- Age: Fertility declines with age, especially after 35 years for women and 40 years for men.
- Lifestyle: Smoking, obesity, and stress can reduce fertility.
- Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), can affect fertility.
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Fertility testing:
- Semen analysis for men
- Ovulation testing and ultrasound for women
Contraception
- Definition: Contraception refers to the use of methods to prevent pregnancy.
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Types of contraception:
- Hormonal methods: Pills, patches, rings, and injections
- Barrier methods: Condoms, diaphragms, and cervical caps
- Intrauterine devices (IUDs)
- Sterilization: Vasectomy for men and tubal ligation for women
- Effectiveness: Varies by method, with hormonal methods and IUDs being most effective (>90%)
Pregnancy
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Stages of pregnancy:
- First trimester: Weeks 1-12, during which the embryo develops into a fetus
- Second trimester: Weeks 13-26, characterized by rapid fetal growth
- Third trimester: Weeks 27-40, preparing for birth
- Prenatal care: Regular check-ups with a healthcare provider to monitor fetal development and maternal health
STD Prevention
- Definition: Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections transmitted through sexual contact.
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Common STDs:
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- HIV
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Prevention methods:
- Safe sex practices: Using condoms and other barrier methods
- Mutually monogamous relationships
- Regular STD testing
Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP)
- Definition: MTP is the intentional termination of a pregnancy.
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Methods:
- Medication abortion (up to 10 weeks)
- Surgical abortion (up to 24 weeks)
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Legal and ethical considerations:
- Varying laws and regulations worldwide
- Moral and religious beliefs
Infertility
- Definition: Infertility is the inability to conceive after one year of regular, unprotected sex.
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Causes of infertility:
- Male factor infertility (40%)
- Female factor infertility (40%)
- Unexplained infertility (20%)
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Treatment options:
- Medications to stimulate ovulation or improve sperm quality
- Assisted reproductive technologies (ART): In vitro fertilization (IVF), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
Fertility
- Fertility declines with age, especially after 35 years for women and 40 years for men.
- Lifestyle factors, such as smoking, obesity, and stress, can reduce fertility.
- Medical conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), can affect fertility.
Contraception
- Hormonal methods of contraception, including pills, patches, rings, and injections, are effective in preventing pregnancy.
- Barrier methods, including condoms, diaphragms, and cervical caps, are also effective.
- Intrauterine devices (IUDs) and sterilization (vasectomy for men and tubal ligation for women) are other options.
Pregnancy
- The first trimester of pregnancy lasts from weeks 1-12, during which the embryo develops into a fetus.
- The second trimester, from weeks 13-26, is characterized by rapid fetal growth.
- The third trimester, from weeks 27-40, prepares for birth.
- Regular prenatal care is essential for monitoring fetal development and maternal health.
STD Prevention
- Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV, can be prevented through safe sex practices and mutually monogamous relationships.
- Regular STD testing is crucial for early detection and treatment.
Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP)
- Medical termination of pregnancy (MTP) is the intentional termination of a pregnancy.
- Medication abortion is an option up to 10 weeks, while surgical abortion is available up to 24 weeks.
- Laws and regulations surrounding MTP vary worldwide, and moral and religious beliefs influence individual perspectives.
Infertility
- Infertility is the inability to conceive after one year of regular, unprotected sex.
- Male factor infertility, female factor infertility, and unexplained infertility are common causes.
- Medications to stimulate ovulation or improve sperm quality, as well as assisted reproductive technologies (ART), such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), are treatment options.
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This quiz covers the definition and factors affecting human fertility, as well as fertility testing methods. Learn about the impact of age, lifestyle, and medical conditions on fertility.