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	{{Short description\|Anatomical ~~feature~~ of the ~~vagina}}~~		{{Short description\|Anatomical features of the vaginal wall}}
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	'''Vaginal rugae''' are the transverse ridges of the ~~internal~~ [[~~vaginal wall~~]]. These ~~ridges~~ are ~~made up~~ of [[epithelial tissue]] and underlying connective tissue, and they ~~allow~~ the ~~[[vagina]] to expand during [[sexual intercourse]]~~ and ~~[[childbirth]]~~.		'''Vaginal rugae''' are the transverse ridges or folds located on the interior of the [[vagina]]. These structures are composed of [[epithelial tissue]] and underlying connective tissue, and they play a significant role in the function and health of the vaginal canal.

	==Structure==		==Anatomy and Structure==
	Vaginal rugae are ~~a series of ridges produced by~~ the ~~folding of the wall~~ of the vagina. These folds are most prominent in the ~~anterior~~ and ~~posterior walls of~~ the ~~vagina~~. The rugae are ~~composed~~ of [[stratified squamous epithelium]] and a ~~layer~~ of connective tissue ~~that contains~~ [[~~elastic fibers~~]]. This ~~structure allows~~ the ~~vagina to stretch significantly, accommodating~~ the passage of a baby during ~~childbirth and the insertion of objects during sexual activity~~.		[[File:The_science_and_art_of_midwifery_(1891)_(14579471209).jpg\|Illustration from ''The Science and Art of Midwifery'' (1891)\|thumb\|right]]
			Vaginal rugae are found along the anterior and posterior walls of the vagina. These folds are most prominent in the upper third of the vaginal canal and become less pronounced towards the vaginal opening. The rugae are formed by the folding of the [[mucosa]], which consists of a layer of [[stratified squamous epithelium]] and a lamina propria of connective tissue.

			The presence of rugae allows the vagina to expand significantly during [[sexual intercourse]] and [[childbirth]]. This elasticity is crucial for accommodating the penis during intercourse and the passage of a baby during delivery.

	==Function==		==Function==
	The primary function of vaginal rugae is to provide the vagina ~~with the ability~~ to stretch and ~~expand. This~~ is ~~crucial~~ for ~~accommodating~~ the ~~penis during intercourse and for allowing the passage of a baby during childbirth. The~~ rugae ~~also help maintain~~ the ~~structural integrity~~ of the vaginal ~~wall and contribute to~~ the sensation during intercourse.		The primary function of vaginal rugae is to provide elasticity and support to the vaginal canal. The folds allow the vagina to stretch and accommodate various sizes and shapes, which is essential for reproductive activities. Additionally, the rugae increase the surface area of the vaginal lining, which may enhance the sensation during intercourse and facilitate the secretion of vaginal fluids.

	==~~Clinical significance~~==		==Changes Over Time==
	Vaginal rugae can ~~be affected by various conditions~~. For ~~example~~, ~~they~~ may become less pronounced after childbirth ~~or with aging~~, ~~which~~ can lead to a ~~condition known as~~ vaginal ~~laxity. This can affect sexual function~~ and ~~may be addressed with various medical or surgical treatments. Additionally,~~ the ~~presence and condition~~ of ~~vaginal~~ rugae ~~can be an indicator of hormonal status and overall vaginal health~~.		Vaginal rugae can change in appearance and function over a woman's lifetime. Factors such as [[age]], hormonal changes, and childbirth can affect the prominence of these folds. For instance, the rugae may become less pronounced after childbirth due to the stretching of the vaginal walls. Similarly, hormonal changes during [[menopause]] can lead to a thinning of the vaginal epithelium and a reduction in the prominence of rugae.

	==Related ~~pages~~==		==Clinical Significance==
			The condition of vaginal rugae can be an indicator of overall vaginal health. Changes in the appearance or texture of the rugae may signal underlying health issues, such as [[vaginal atrophy]] or [[pelvic organ prolapse]]. Healthcare providers may assess the state of the rugae during a [[pelvic examination]] to evaluate vaginal health.

			==Related Pages==
	* [[Vagina]]		* [[Vagina]]
			* [[Pelvic floor]]
	* [[Childbirth]]		* [[Childbirth]]
	* [[~~Sexual intercourse~~]]		* [[Menopause]]
	* [[~~Epithelium~~]]		* [[Vaginal atrophy]]

	~~==Gallery==~~
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	~~File:The science and art of midwifery (1891) (14579471209).jpg\|Illustration from ''The Science and Art of Midwifery'' (1891)~~
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	[[Category:Female reproductive system]]		[[Category:Female reproductive system]]
	[[Category:Anatomy]]		[[Category:Anatomy]]
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	~~File:The_science_and_art_of_midwifery_(1891)_(14579471209).jpg~~
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	~~'''Vaginal rugae''' are a series~~ of ~~ridges produced by folding of the wall of the [[vagina]]. These transverse epithelial ridges provide~~ the vagina ~~with increased surface area for extension and stretching, a function that is particularly important during [[sexual intercourse]] and [[childbirth]].~~		{{Short description\|Anatomical feature of the vagina}}
			{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}

	~~== Anatomy ==~~		'''Vaginal rugae''' are the transverse ridges of the internal [[vaginal wall]]. These ridges are made up of [[epithelial tissue]] and underlying connective tissue, and they allow the [[vagina]] to expand during [[sexual intercourse]] and [[childbirth]].

	~~The vaginal~~ rugae are ~~most prominent in~~ the ~~lower third~~ of the vagina~~, which is the area that undergoes the greatest expansion during sexual intercourse and childbirth~~. ~~They~~ are ~~less~~ prominent in the ~~upper two-thirds~~ of the vagina~~, which is more rigid due to its attachment to the~~ [[~~pelvic floor~~]].		==Structure==
			Vaginal rugae are a series of ridges produced by the folding of the wall of the vagina. These folds are most prominent in the anterior and posterior walls of the vagina. The rugae are composed of [[stratified squamous epithelium]] and a layer of connective tissue that contains [[elastic fibers]]. This structure allows the vagina to stretch significantly, accommodating the passage of a baby during childbirth and the insertion of objects during sexual activity.

	The ~~rugae are formed by the folding~~ of ~~the [[~~vaginal ~~epithelium]],~~ the ~~layer of cells that line~~ the ~~vagina~~. This ~~epithelium~~ is ~~composed~~ of ~~multiple layers of [[squamous cells]], which are flat and scale-like~~. The ~~epithelium is supported by a layer~~ of ~~connective tissue known as~~ the ~~[[lamina propria]], which contains blood vessels, lymphatic vessels,~~ and ~~nerves~~.		==Function==
			The primary function of vaginal rugae is to provide the vagina with the ability to stretch and expand. This is crucial for accommodating the penis during intercourse and for allowing the passage of a baby during childbirth. The rugae also help maintain the structural integrity of the vaginal wall and contribute to the sensation during intercourse.

	== ~~Function~~ ==		==Clinical significance==
			Vaginal rugae can be affected by various conditions. For example, they may become less pronounced after childbirth or with aging, which can lead to a condition known as vaginal laxity. This can affect sexual function and may be addressed with various medical or surgical treatments. Additionally, the presence and condition of vaginal rugae can be an indicator of hormonal status and overall vaginal health.

	~~The primary function of the vaginal rugae is to provide the vagina with increased surface area for extension and stretching. This allows the vagina to accommodate the penis during sexual~~ intercourse ~~and the baby's head during childbirth.~~		==Related pages==
			* [[Vagina]]
			* [[Childbirth]]
			* [[Sexual intercourse]]
			* [[Epithelium]]

	The rugae also play a role in sexual arousal. During sexual arousal, the [[vaginal walls]] become engorged with blood, causing the rugae to become more pronounced. This can increase sexual pleasure by creating additional friction during intercourse.		==Gallery==
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			File:The science and art of midwifery (1891) (14579471209).jpg\|Illustration from ''The Science and Art of Midwifery'' (1891)
			</gallery>

	~~== Clinical significance ==~~		[[Category:Female reproductive system]]

	Changes in the appearance of the vaginal rugae can be a sign of certain medical conditions. For example, the rugae may become less prominent or disappear entirely in women who have gone through [[menopause]], due to decreased levels of the hormone [[estrogen]]. This can lead to symptoms such as vaginal dryness and discomfort during sexual intercourse.

	~~Conversely, the rugae may become more prominent in conditions that cause increased blood flow to the vagina, such as [[vaginitis]] or [[pelvic inflammatory disease]].~~

	[[Category:~~Human female~~ reproductive system]]
	[[Category:Anatomy]]		[[Category:Anatomy]]
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'''Vaginal rugae''' are a series of ridges produced by folding of the wall of the [[vagina]]. These transverse epithelial ridges provide the vagina with increased surface area for extension and stretching, a function that is particularly important during [[sexual intercourse]] and [[childbirth]].

== Anatomy ==

The vaginal rugae are most prominent in the lower third of the vagina, which is the area that undergoes the greatest expansion during sexual intercourse and childbirth. They are less prominent in the upper two-thirds of the vagina, which is more rigid due to its attachment to the [[pelvic floor]].

The rugae are formed by the folding of the [[vaginal epithelium]], the layer of cells that line the vagina. This epithelium is composed of multiple layers of [[squamous cells]], which are flat and scale-like. The epithelium is supported by a layer of connective tissue known as the [[lamina propria]], which contains blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and nerves.

== Function ==

The primary function of the vaginal rugae is to provide the vagina with increased surface area for extension and stretching. This allows the vagina to accommodate the penis during sexual intercourse and the baby's head during childbirth.

The rugae also play a role in sexual arousal. During sexual arousal, the [[vaginal walls]] become engorged with blood, causing the rugae to become more pronounced. This can increase sexual pleasure by creating additional friction during intercourse.

== Clinical significance ==

Changes in the appearance of the vaginal rugae can be a sign of certain medical conditions. For example, the rugae may become less prominent or disappear entirely in women who have gone through [[menopause]], due to decreased levels of the hormone [[estrogen]]. This can lead to symptoms such as vaginal dryness and discomfort during sexual intercourse.

Conversely, the rugae may become more prominent in conditions that cause increased blood flow to the vagina, such as [[vaginitis]] or [[pelvic inflammatory disease]].

[[Category:Human female reproductive system]]
[[Category:Anatomy]]
{{anatomy-stub}}