Female external genitalia (vulva)

The external female genitalia (vulva) include:

The opening of the vagina and the urethra.
The labia majora and minora. These are folds of skin that surround the opening of the vagina and urethra.
The clitoris. It is a small, sensitive structure that becomes stimulated during sexual activity.

Current as of: August 2, 2022

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Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine
Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
JoLynn Montgomery PA - Family Medicine

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Female external genitalia (vulva)

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