Conditions & Cancers
How can you prevent reproductive health problems? Name at least 2 ways.
Go to regular OB/GYN visits, Have breast screenings (mammograms or ultrasounds), Get routine check-ups (including Pap smears), Know your body and report anything unusual
At what age should someone start Pap smears, and how often should they be done?
start at 21, every 3 years
Are STI’s Asymptomatic or Symptomatic or Both?
Both
What are fibroids?
non cancerous growth in the uterus
What can untreated STI’s cause?
infertility, chronic infections, or pregnancy complications
What is one key to sexual health?
healthy relationships, consent or open conversation
What are some symptoms of ovarian cancer?
bloating, abdominal pain, changes in appetite
What does a Pap smear screen for? Name at least 1
Checks the cervix for precancerous cells and cervical cancer, and can also detect HPV-related changes.
Name 3 Symptoms of STI
pelvic pain, infertility, or pregnancy complications
What is endometriosis?
tissue similar to the uterus lining grows outside the uterus, causing pain and fertility issues
Some types of contraception are??
horomonal methods (the pill, patch, ring, injection, and IUD) and nonhoromonal options (copper IUD and condoms)
Name two physical barriers that help prevent STIs.
Condoms and Dental dams