NUR1 239 Chapter Notes - Chapter 26: Anterior Superior Iliac Spine, Mons Pubis, Pubic Symphysis
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The external genitalia are called the vulva, or pupendum. The mons pubis is a round, firm pad of adipose tissue covering the symphysis pubis. After puberty, it is covered with hair in the pattern of an inverted triangle. Majora are two rounded folds of adipose tissue extending from the mons pubis down and around to the peritoneum. Inside the labia majora are two smaller, darker folds of skin, the labia minora. The clitoris is a small pea shaped erectile body and is highly sensitive to tactile stimulation. The vaginal orifice is posterior to the urethral meatus. It appears either as a thin median slit or as a large opening with irregular edges, depending on the presentation of the membranous hymen. The hymen is a thin, circular or crescent shaped fold that may cover part of the vaginal orifice or maybe absent completely.
