Labia minora

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Labia Minora

Labia Minora (pronunciation: /ˈleɪbiə mɪˈnɔːrə/), also known as the inner labia, inner lips, vaginal lips or nymphae, are two flaps of skin on either side of the human vagina. They are part of the female genitalia and are situated within the vulva.

Etymology

The term "Labia Minora" originates from Latin, where "labia" means "lips" and "minora" means "smaller". The term is used to differentiate it from the labia majora, the larger outer folds of the vulva.

Anatomy

The labia minora extend from the clitoris to the vaginal opening. They are pink or brownish in color and can vary widely in size, shape, and color from individual to individual. The labia minora function as protective structures that surround the clitoris and the openings of the vagina and the urethra.

Related Terms

  • Labia Majora: The larger outer folds of the vulva.
  • Clitoris: A female sex organ situated at the anterior end of the vulva.
  • Vulva: The external part of the female genitalia.
  • Vagina: The muscular canal extending from the vulva to the cervix of the female reproductive system.
  • Urethra: The duct by which urine is conveyed out of the body from the bladder.

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