SOC 152A Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Clitoris, Clitoral Hood, Pelvic Floor
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Perineum: between the anus & vaginal opening. Pelvic floor muscles: variety of them; most important is the pc muscle; attached to the pubic bone in front important because it"s the muscles that contract during orgasm. Vagina: 3-4 inches long; normally a collapsed space & opens when having sex; flexible structure. Gr fenberg spot: not all women orgasm when stimulated. Fluid that comes out when stimulated: can be a mixture, just g-spot fluid, or just urine. Cervix: bottom part of the uterus; pencil led size. Uterus: pear-shaped; size of a fist; can be tipped in various positions. Endometrium: interior/inside wall of uterus; shed each month of menstrual flow; stays in place when pregnant; calcium/vitamin d helps. Myometrium: muscular wall of the uterus; helps push baby out. Perimetrium: outer layer of the uterus; tough; makes sure baby is safe during pregnancy. Oviducts: 4 inches long; size is a piece of spaghetti; has to do with sti"s.
