Labia majora
Labia Majora
The Labia Majora (pronounced: LAH-bee-uh MAH-jor-uh) are two prominent longitudinal cutaneous folds that extend downward and backward from the mons pubis to the perineum and form the lateral boundaries of the vulva.
Etymology
The term "Labia Majora" is derived from Latin, where "Labia" means "lips" and "Majora" means "larger". It is the plural form of 'Labium Majus'.
Anatomy
The Labia Majora are part of the female external genitalia, also known as the vulva. They are homologous to the male scrotum. The space between the labia majora is called the vulval vestibule, and it contains the urethral opening and the vaginal opening.
The labia majora contain sweat and sebaceous glands, which produce lubricating secretions. The labia majora are covered with pubic hair and contain a large amount of adipose tissue, which gives them their prominent appearance.
Related Terms
- Labia Minora: The smaller lips on the inside of the labia majora.
- Clitoris: A small, sensitive organ located at the top of the vulva.
- Vulva: The external part of the female genitalia.
- Mons Pubis: A rounded mound of fatty tissue that covers the pubic bone.
- Perineum: The area between the vulva and anus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Labia majora
- Wikipedia's article - Labia majora
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