Why Is a Male More Likely Than a Female to Seek

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Essay

Why is a male more likely than a female to seek treatment for chlamydia and gonorrhea?

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Definitions:

Phosphate Ions

Chemical species formed by the dissociation of phosphoric acid, important in cellular energy and bone formation.

Female Vagina

A muscular and tubular part of the female genital tract, extending from the vulva to the cervix, the lower part of the uterus.

Ductus Deferens

A tube in the male reproductive system that transports sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts.

Scrotum

The pouch of skin containing the testicles and parts of the male reproductive system.