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Vulva

The vulva (from Latin, vulva, plural vulvae or vulvas; see etymology) is the region of the external genital organs of the female, including the labia majora, mons pubis, labia minora, clitoris, bulb of the vestibule, vestibule of the vagina, greater and lesser vestibular glands, and vaginal orifice. ....more from Wikipedia

Fast Facts:

  • The clitoris is the most sensitive spot.1
  • The urethra (where females urinate from) is a small hole at the top of the vulva.2
  • Development occurs during several phases, mostly during fetal and pubertal periods.3

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  1. A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Definition of Vulva
  2. AfraidToAsk: The Vulva and Internal Genitalia
  3. About.com: Vulva Information
  4. Scarleteen: Pink Parts - Female Sexual Anatomy
  5. Sex, etc.: What is a Vulva?

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Research Notes References

  1. AfraidToAsk: The Vulva and Internal Genitalia
  2. Sex, etc.: What is a Vulva?
  3. Wikipedia: Vulva

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