NSG 3336 Lecture Notes - Lecture 64: Pubic Symphysis, Labia Majora, Mons Pubis
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Functions: secretion of hormones, production of ova (eggs, provide an environment for fetal development until the fetus has matured and can survive extrauterine life. Secondary reproductive organs = uterus, fallopian tubes, and breasts. Mons pubis = covered in coarse hair, shaped of an inverted triangles, and protects the symphysis pubis during intercourse. Labia majora = two folds of dense adipose tissue and provide protective covering for labia minora. Labia minora = two folds of delegate connective tissue that do not contain hair follicles and have several sebaceous follicles to provide moisture. Vestibule = inside labia minora and occupied a majority by the introitus > opening of the vagina. Vagina = canal that serves as a passageway for menstrual ow and childbirth that is lined with mucous membrane. Cervix = narrow portion of the uterus located at the end of vaginal canal. Uterus = acts as an incubator during fetal development and is the site of contractions during labor.
