PHYS261 Wk7 Discussion

The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) is a complex endocrine system that controls blood pressure, fluid balance, and sodium retention. Elaborate your knowledge on the following aspects of the RAAS system:

1. Explain the RAAS system step by step.
2. What is an example of a pharmaceutical drug that acts on this system and what is the intended effect?
3. How does this system ultimately affect renal regulation in terms of GFR and blood volume, blood pressure, and reabsorption?

Sexually transmissible infections (STIs) are bacterial or viral infections acquired through sexual contact that can lead to infertility in the females due to irregular ovulation, blockages, or scarring in the fallopian tubes, and abnormalities of the uterus such as fibroids and endometriosis.

1. Explain the menstrual cycle and spermatogenesis.
2. Compare the signs and symptoms in males and females if chlamydia was contracted and left untreated. Furthermore, what is the long-term prognosis in both male and females?