Genital tract
Genital Tract is a part of the human reproductive system that includes both male and female anatomy. In males, it includes the urethra, prostate gland, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, and testes. In females, it includes the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, and vagina.
Male Genital Tract[edit | edit source]
The male genital tract is a series of organs and structures that produce and transport sperm. The testes are the site of sperm production. The vas deferens is a long, muscular tube that transports mature sperm to the urethra, the tube that carries urine and sperm to the outside of the body. The prostate gland and seminal vesicles produce fluids that combine with sperm to create semen.
Female Genital Tract[edit | edit source]
The female genital tract is a series of organs and structures that produce eggs (ova) and provide a site for fertilization and development of the fetus. The ovaries are the site of egg production. The fallopian tubes transport the eggs from the ovaries to the uterus, the organ where the fetus develops. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina, the canal that leads to the outside of the body.
Diseases of the Genital Tract[edit | edit source]
Diseases of the genital tract can affect both males and females. These can include infections, such as sexually transmitted diseases, and non-infectious conditions, such as endometriosis in women and prostatitis in men. Treatment of these conditions can involve medication, surgery, or other therapies.
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