HTH 372 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: G-Spot, Dysmenorrhea, Labia Minora
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Anatomy and physiology key concepts: anatomy-physical structures and organ systems; physiology- functions of parts and structures; Endocrinolgy-ductless glands: self esteem and body image affect each other throughout life, hormones work on negative feedback, menstruation influenced by cultural customs and rituals, both men and women need to be familiar with structure and function of body. Different shapes and sizes normal, not related fully functioning body. Fatty tissue covering the joint of pubic bones below abdomen and above clitoris. Large folds of skin that run downward from the mons along the sides of the vulva. Hairless, light colored membranes located between labia majora. Blood and nerve supply of the female external genitalia. Given the extreme sensitivity of these structures, the rich network of blood vessels and nerve endings in this region would be expected. Female sex organ consisting of shaft and glans. Skin and tissue that lies between vaginal opening and anus.
