Women's health conditions
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe some common women's health conditions and explain when someone should seek support from a healthcare professional.
Key learning points
- Women's health includes many aspects of physical and mental health.
- Some women's health conditions affect the menstrual cycle, while others affect hormones or different body systems.
- PMS, endometriosis, PMDD and PMOS are different health conditions with different causes and symptoms.
- PMOS is an endocrine condition that affects hormone regulation throughout the body.
- Healthcare professionals can provide advice, diagnosis and treatment.
Keywords
PMS - Premenstrual Syndrome - a group of physical and emotional symptoms that happen before a period
Endometriosis - a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus
PMDD - Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder - a severe condition linked to the menstrual cycle that can affect mood and daily life
PMOS - Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome - an endocrine condition that affects hormone regulation throughout the body and may affect menstruation, metabolism, skin, hair and fertility.
Common misconception
All women's health conditions are menstrual disorders.
Women's health conditions affect different body systems. Some mainly affect the menstrual cycle, while others affect hormones or several body systems. PMOS is an endocrine condition, although menstrual changes can be one of its symptoms.
Teacher tip
Remind pupils that symptoms vary from person to person. Encourage them to focus on recognising when symptoms may need medical support rather than trying to diagnose a health condition themselves.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sexual content
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.True or False? Males and females can both experience acne as a symptom of puberty.
Q2.Match the words to the correct definition.
Q3.Puberty varies for everyone, but it can start from the age of
Q4.Males produce a hormone called __________ during puberty.
Q5.Females produce a hormone called __________ during puberty.
Q6. spurts during puberty are very common.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which statement best describes PMS?
Q2.What is heavy menstrual bleeding?
Q3.Which body system is mainly affected by PMOS?
Q4.Who should someone speak to if symptoms are worrying them?
Q5.Match each condition to its description.
Q6.A teacher is an example of a adult you could go to for support.
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