caring for the reproductive system journal # 1 now that you are going through puberty, what are ways...
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CARING FOR THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
JOURNAL # 1
NOW THAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH PUBERTY, WHAT ARE WAYS THAT YOU
SHOULD CARE FOR YOUR REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM?
Objective:I can explain how to care for the male/female reproductive systemI can explain 2 problems of the male/female reproductive systemI can distinguish helpful from useless and/or harmful health and hygiene practices that accompany puberty
Caring for Male Reproductive System
Do a testicular self-examination every month after a warm shower or bath.
Shower or bathe regularly. Wear protective gear, such as an athletic supporter or cup,
when participating in contact sports. Visit a health care provider for regular check ups
- A male usually visits a specialist called a urologist for reproductive problems
Caring for Female Reproductive System
Do breast self-examination every month. Shower or bathe daily. Keep track of your menstrual cycle. See a health care provider if you experience premenstrual
syndrome (PMS). - PMS occurs just before menstruation. It can include
headaches, breast tenderness, fatigue, irritability, acne, and abdominal cramps.
Visit a gynecologist for regular checkups.- A gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in the female reproductive
system
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Journal # 2
What is a disease or problem that can affect the male or female reproductive system?