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	{{~~Short~~ description\|Anatomical structure of the female ~~external~~ genitalia}}		{{short description\|Anatomical structure of the external female genitalia}}
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	The '''vulva''' is the external part of the female ~~genitalia~~. It includes the [[mons pubis]], [[labia majora]], [[labia minora]], [[clitoris]], ~~and the openings to the~~ [[~~urethra~~]] and [[~~vagina~~]]. The vulva ~~plays a crucial role in protecting~~ the internal genital organs and ~~the [[urinary tract]] from infections and injuries~~.		== Anatomy ==
			[[File:Genital_Diversity_Expanded.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Diversity in vulval anatomy]]
			The '''vulva''' is the external part of the [[female reproductive system]]. It includes the [[mons pubis]], [[labia majora]], [[labia minora]], [[clitoris]], [[vestibule of the vagina]], and the [[urethral opening]]. The vulva serves several functions, including protection of the internal genital organs, sexual arousal, and sensation.

	==~~Anatomy~~==		=== Mons Pubis ===
			The [[mons pubis]] is a rounded mass of fatty tissue lying over the joint of the [[pubic bones]]. It becomes covered with [[pubic hair]] during puberty.

	===~~Mons Pubis~~===		=== Labia Majora ===
	The [[~~mons pubis~~]] ~~is a rounded mound~~ of ~~fatty tissue~~ that ~~covers~~ the ~~[[pubic bone]]~~. ~~It becomes~~ covered with [[pubic hair~~]] during puberty. The mons pubis acts as a cushion during sexual intercourse~~.		[[File:Ausprägung_der_Labia_Minora.jpeg\|thumb\|left\|Variation in labia minora size and shape]]
			The [[labia majora]] are two prominent folds of skin that extend from the mons pubis to the perineum. They contain sebaceous glands and are covered with pubic hair.

	===Labia ~~Majora~~===		=== Labia Minora ===
	The [[labia ~~majora~~]] are two ~~elongated~~ folds of skin ~~that extend from~~ the ~~mons pubis to the perineum~~. They contain sebaceous glands and ~~sweat glands,~~ and ~~they protect the inner structures~~ of the ~~vulva~~.		The [[labia minora]] are two smaller folds of skin located between the labia majora. They are highly vascularized and contain numerous sebaceous glands. The labia minora surround the [[vestibule of the vagina]] and form the [[prepuce]] and [[frenulum]] of the clitoris.

	===~~Labia Minora~~===		=== Clitoris ===
	The [[~~labia minora~~]] ~~are two smaller folds~~ of ~~skin located within~~ the labia ~~majora~~. ~~They surround the openings~~ to the ~~vagina and urethra~~ and ~~are rich~~ in ~~blood vessels and nerve endings, making them sensitive to touch~~.		[[File:Vulva_and_Clitoris_1.png\|thumb\|right\|Anatomy of the vulva and clitoris]]
			The [[clitoris]] is a small, sensitive organ located at the anterior junction of the labia minora. It is homologous to the [[penis]] in males and plays a key role in female sexual arousal.

	===~~Clitoris~~===		=== Vestibule of the Vagina ===
	[[~~File:Clitoris anatomy.png\|thumb\|right\|Diagram~~ of the ~~clitoris and surrounding structures]]~~		The [[vestibule of the vagina]] is the area between the labia minora that contains the openings to the [[urethra]] and [[vagina]]. It is rich in nerve endings and sensitive to touch.
	~~The [[clitoris~~]] is ~~a small, sensitive organ located at~~ the ~~top of~~ the labia minora~~. It is composed of erectile tissue and is homologous~~ to the [[~~penis~~]] ~~in males~~. ~~The clitoris~~ is ~~a key structure~~ in ~~female sexual arousal~~ and ~~pleasure~~.

	===~~Vestibule~~===		=== Urethral Opening ===
	The vestibule is the ~~area between~~ the ~~labia minora that contains~~ the ~~openings to~~ the ~~urethra and vagina. The~~ [[~~Bartholin's glands~~]] ~~are located on either side of the vaginal opening and secrete mucus to lubricate~~ the ~~vagina~~.		The [[urethral opening]] is located within the vestibule, below the clitoris and above the vaginal opening. It is the external opening of the [[urethra]], through which urine is expelled from the body.

	==~~=Perineum=~~==		== Function ==
	The ~~[[perineum]] is~~ the ~~area between the vaginal opening~~ and ~~the anus~~. It is ~~a muscular region that supports~~ the ~~pelvic organs~~.		The vulva plays a crucial role in protecting the internal genital organs from infection and injury. It also contributes to sexual arousal and sensation, as it contains numerous nerve endings and is involved in the sexual response cycle.

	==~~Function~~==		== Sexual Arousal ==
	~~The vulva serves several important functions:~~		[[File:Labia_becoming_engorged_with_blood_as_female_reaches_arousal.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Labia becoming engorged with blood during arousal]]
	* '''Protection''': ~~It protects the internal genital organs and the urinary tract from infections and injuries~~.		During sexual arousal, the vulva undergoes several changes. The labia minora and clitoris become engorged with blood, increasing in size and sensitivity. This engorgement is part of the body's preparation for potential sexual activity.
	* '''Sexual Function''': The vulva is involved in sexual arousal ~~and pleasure~~. The clitoris, in ~~particular,~~ is ~~a major site~~ of sexual ~~stimulation.~~
	* '''Reproductive Function''': The vulva plays a role in reproduction by facilitating the entry of sperm into the female reproductive tract.

	==Development==		== Development ==
	The development of the vulva begins in the embryonic stage and continues through puberty. ~~During puberty,~~ the ~~vulva undergoes significant changes~~, ~~including the growth of pubic hair and the enlargement of the labia~~.		[[File:Human_genitalia_-_development_1.png\|thumb\|right\|Development of human genitalia]]
			The development of the vulva begins in the embryonic stage and continues through puberty. The external genitalia develop from the same embryonic structures as the male genitalia, with differentiation occurring due to hormonal influences.

	~~==Clinical Significance==~~		== Related Pages ==
	The vulva can be affected by various medical conditions, including infections, dermatological disorders, and cancers. Common conditions include [[vulvitis]], [[vulvodynia]], and [[vulvar cancer]]. Regular gynecological examinations are important for maintaining vulvar health.

	==Related ~~pages~~==
	* [[Female reproductive system]]		* [[Female reproductive system]]
	* [[Vagina]]
	* [[Clitoris]]		* [[Clitoris]]
	* [[Labia]]		* [[Labia]]
	* [[Mons pubis]]		* [[Mons pubis]]
			* [[Vestibule of the vagina]]

	[[Category:Female reproductive system]]		[[Category:Female reproductive system]]
			[[Category:Human anatomy]]

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	~~'''Vulva'''~~		{{Short description\|Anatomical structure of the female external genitalia}}

	The '''~~[[Vulva]]~~''' is the external part of the female [[genitalia]]. It includes the [[~~mon~~ pubis]], [[labia majora]], [[labia minora]], [[clitoris]], ~~[[vestibular bulbs]], [[vulval vestibule]], [[urinary meatus]],~~ the [[~~vaginal opening~~]], and [[~~Bartholin's]] and [[Skene's vestibular glands~~]]. The ~~urinary meatus is also included as it opens into the vulval vestibule. Other features of the~~ vulva ~~include~~ the ~~[[hymen]], [[sebaceous glands]],~~ the [[~~urogenital triangle~~]] ~~(anterior part of the perineum),~~ and ~~[[pubic hair]]~~.		The '''vulva''' is the external part of the female genitalia. It includes the [[mons pubis]], [[labia majora]], [[labia minora]], [[clitoris]], and the openings to the [[urethra]] and [[vagina]]. The vulva plays a crucial role in protecting the internal genital organs and the [[urinary tract]] from infections and injuries.

	== Anatomy ==		==Anatomy==

	~~The vulva includes several structures: the mons pubis, labia, clitoris, urinary meatus, vulval vestibule, and the vaginal opening.~~ The [[mons pubis]] is a rounded mound of fatty tissue that covers the pubic bone~~. The [[labia majora~~]] ~~and~~ [[~~labia minora~~]] ~~are two sets of skin folds~~. The ~~labia majora are larger and fattier, while the labia minora are folds of skin between the outer labia. The [[clitoris]] is~~ a ~~small, sensitive structure that is covered by a clitoral hood. The [[urinary meatus]] and [[vaginal opening]] are both located within the vulval vestibule~~.		===Mons Pubis===
			The [[mons pubis]] is a rounded mound of fatty tissue that covers the [[pubic bone]]. It becomes covered with [[pubic hair]] during puberty. The mons pubis acts as a cushion during sexual intercourse.

	== ~~Function~~ ==		===Labia Majora===
			The [[labia majora]] are two elongated folds of skin that extend from the mons pubis to the perineum. They contain sebaceous glands and sweat glands, and they protect the inner structures of the vulva.

	The ~~vulva has a sexual function; these external organs~~ are ~~richly innervated and provide pleasure when properly stimulated~~. ~~In addition~~ to ~~its sexual function,~~ the ~~vulva acts as a protective barrier~~, ~~protecting the internal genitalia from pathogens~~.		===Labia Minora===
			The [[labia minora]] are two smaller folds of skin located within the labia majora. They surround the openings to the vagina and urethra and are rich in blood vessels and nerve endings, making them sensitive to touch.

	== ~~Health and hygiene~~ ==		===Clitoris===
			[[File:Clitoris anatomy.png\|thumb\|right\|Diagram of the clitoris and surrounding structures]]
			The [[clitoris]] is a small, sensitive organ located at the top of the labia minora. It is composed of erectile tissue and is homologous to the [[penis]] in males. The clitoris is a key structure in female sexual arousal and pleasure.

	~~Maintaining good vulval hygiene~~ is ~~important for preventing infections. This can be achieved by washing~~ the area ~~with water~~ and ~~mild, unscented soap~~. ~~Regular gynecological examinations~~ are ~~also important for maintaining vulval health~~.		===Vestibule===
			The vestibule is the area between the labia minora that contains the openings to the urethra and vagina. The [[Bartholin's glands]] are located on either side of the vaginal opening and secrete mucus to lubricate the vagina.

	== ~~See also~~ ==		===Perineum===
			The [[perineum]] is the area between the vaginal opening and the anus. It is a muscular region that supports the pelvic organs.

			==Function==
			The vulva serves several important functions:
			* '''Protection''': It protects the internal genital organs and the urinary tract from infections and injuries.
			* '''Sexual Function''': The vulva is involved in sexual arousal and pleasure. The clitoris, in particular, is a major site of sexual stimulation.
			* '''Reproductive Function''': The vulva plays a role in reproduction by facilitating the entry of sperm into the female reproductive tract.

			==Development==
			The development of the vulva begins in the embryonic stage and continues through puberty. During puberty, the vulva undergoes significant changes, including the growth of pubic hair and the enlargement of the labia.

			==Clinical Significance==
			The vulva can be affected by various medical conditions, including infections, dermatological disorders, and cancers. Common conditions include [[vulvitis]], [[vulvodynia]], and [[vulvar cancer]]. Regular gynecological examinations are important for maintaining vulvar health.

			==Related pages==
			* [[Female reproductive system]]
	* [[Vagina]]		* [[Vagina]]
	* [[~~Female reproductive system~~]]		* [[Clitoris]]
	* [[~~Human sexuality~~]]		* [[Labia]]
	* [[~~Puberty]]~~		* [[Mons pubis]]

	~~[[Category:Anatomy]]~~
	~~[[Category:Sexual health]]~~
	~~[[Category:Women's health~~]]

	~~{{stub}}~~		[[Category:Female reproductive system]]
	~~<gallery>~~
	~~File~~:~~Genital_Diversity_Expanded.jpg\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Vulva_and_Clitoris_1.png\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Grant_1962_226.png\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Grant_1962_228.png\|Vulva~~
	~~File:1116_Muscle_of_the_Female_Perineum.png\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Ausprägung_der_Labia_Minora.jpeg\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Human_genitalia_-_development_1.png\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Labia_becoming_engorged_with_blood_as_female_reaches_arousal.jpg\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Molluscaklein.jpg\|Vulva~~
	~~File:SOA-Pediculosis-pubis.jpg\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Muff_March_Harley_Street_2.jpg\|Vulva~~
	~~File:Klitorisvorhautpiercing_und_Piercing_der_inneren_Schamlippen.jpg\|Vulva~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			<gallery>
			File:Genital_Diversity_Expanded.jpg\|Vulva
			File:Vulva_and_Clitoris_1.png\|Vulva
			File:Grant_1962_226.png\|Vulva
			File:Grant_1962_228.png\|Vulva
			File:1116_Muscle_of_the_Female_Perineum.png\|Vulva
			File:Ausprägung_der_Labia_Minora.jpeg\|Vulva
			File:Human_genitalia_-_development_1.png\|Vulva
			File:Labia_becoming_engorged_with_blood_as_female_reaches_arousal.jpg\|Vulva
			File:Molluscaklein.jpg\|Vulva
			File:SOA-Pediculosis-pubis.jpg\|Vulva
			File:Muff_March_Harley_Street_2.jpg\|Vulva
			File:Klitorisvorhautpiercing_und_Piercing_der_inneren_Schamlippen.jpg\|Vulva
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'''Vulva'''

The '''[[Vulva]]''' is the external part of the female [[genitalia]]. It includes the [[mon pubis]], [[labia majora]], [[labia minora]], [[clitoris]], [[vestibular bulbs]], [[vulval vestibule]], [[urinary meatus]], the [[vaginal opening]], and [[Bartholin's]] and [[Skene's vestibular glands]]. The urinary meatus is also included as it opens into the vulval vestibule. Other features of the vulva include the [[hymen]], [[sebaceous glands]], the [[urogenital triangle]] (anterior part of the perineum), and [[pubic hair]].

== Anatomy ==

The vulva includes several structures: the mons pubis, labia, clitoris, urinary meatus, vulval vestibule, and the vaginal opening. The [[mons pubis]] is a rounded mound of fatty tissue that covers the pubic bone. The [[labia majora]] and [[labia minora]] are two sets of skin folds. The labia majora are larger and fattier, while the labia minora are folds of skin between the outer labia. The [[clitoris]] is a small, sensitive structure that is covered by a clitoral hood. The [[urinary meatus]] and [[vaginal opening]] are both located within the vulval vestibule.

== Function ==

The vulva has a sexual function; these external organs are richly innervated and provide pleasure when properly stimulated. In addition to its sexual function, the vulva acts as a protective barrier, protecting the internal genitalia from pathogens.

== Health and hygiene ==

Maintaining good vulval hygiene is important for preventing infections. This can be achieved by washing the area with water and mild, unscented soap. Regular gynecological examinations are also important for maintaining vulval health.

== See also ==
* [[Vagina]]
* [[Female reproductive system]]
* [[Human sexuality]]
* [[Puberty]]

[[Category:Anatomy]]
[[Category:Sexual health]]
[[Category:Women's health]]

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			<gallery>
			File:Genital_Diversity_Expanded.jpg\|Vulva
			File:Vulva_and_Clitoris_1.png\|Vulva
			File:Grant_1962_226.png\|Vulva
			File:Grant_1962_228.png\|Vulva
			File:1116_Muscle_of_the_Female_Perineum.png\|Vulva
			File:Ausprägung_der_Labia_Minora.jpeg\|Vulva
			File:Human_genitalia_-_development_1.png\|Vulva
			File:Labia_becoming_engorged_with_blood_as_female_reaches_arousal.jpg\|Vulva
			File:Molluscaklein.jpg\|Vulva
			File:SOA-Pediculosis-pubis.jpg\|Vulva
			File:Muff_March_Harley_Street_2.jpg\|Vulva
			File:Klitorisvorhautpiercing_und_Piercing_der_inneren_Schamlippen.jpg\|Vulva
			</gallery>