Female Genital Organs

External Female Genital Organs (Vulva)

• The vulva consists of several structures, including the mons veneris, labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, vestibule, urethral orifice, vaginal orifice, and Bartholin's glands.

Mons Veneris (Mons Pubis)

• A pad of fat lying over the symphysis pubis
• Covered with pubic hair from puberty

Labia Majora (Greater Lips)

• Two folds of fat and tissue
• Covered with skin and pubic hair on the outer surface
• Arise in the mons veneris and merge into the perineum behind

Labia Minora (Lesser Lips)

• Two thin folds of skin lying between the labia majora

Clitoris

• A small, extremely sensitive, and highly vascular organ
• Plays a part in orgasm during sexual intercourse

Vestibule

• The area enclosed by the labia minora
• Contains the openings of the urethra and vagina

Urethral Orifice

• Lies 2.5 cm posterior to the clitoris

Vaginal Orifice (Introitus of the Vagina)

• Occupies the posterior two-thirds of the vestibule
• Partially closed by the hymen, a membrane that tears during sexual intercourse or childbirth

Bartholin's Glands

• Two small glands that open on either side of the vaginal orifice
• Secrete mucus to lubricate the vaginal opening

Blood Supply

• Derived from the internal and external pudendal arteries
• Drains through corresponding veins

Lymphatic Drainage

• Mainly via the inguinal glands

Nerve Supply

• Derived from branches of the pudendal nerve

This quiz covers the external female genital organs, including the vulva and its structures. Test your knowledge of the female reproductive system!