In the structure of female genital organs, it is customary to distinguish external (contacting with the external environment) and internal anatomical formations. The totality of the external organs of the reproductive system is called the vulva. Let us consider in more detail all the anatomical structures related to the system responsible for reproduction of the offspring.
What is attributed to female genitalia?
In the structure of external female genital organs, the following structures are distinguished: pubis, small and large labia, vestibule vestibule, clitoris, large glands of the vagina (Bartholin glands). The border, which separates the external organs of the reproductive system from the external, is the hymen, with the onset of sexual activity - its remains.
Lobok - the lower part of the anterior abdominal wall in women, which slightly rises above the surface, which is due to the presence of well-developed subcutaneous fat. This area is characterized by the presence of a hairline, which has the form of a triangle, in which the upper and lower boundaries are sharply outlined.
To the bottom of the pubis goes into the labia. This is nothing but skin folds that are located on both sides of the genital slit. Anatomically distinguished large and small labia. In the large labia under the skin is a significant layer of fat. In the epidermis there is a large number of sebaceous glands. In the lower sections of this formation there are Bartholin glands. In a calm state, the labia majora are closed along their middle line. In this way, the mechanical protection of the urethra and the entrance to the vagina is created.
Small lips are located directly between the large ones, and represent small skin folds of pink color, which themselves limit the vestibule of the vagina. They are abundantly supplied with sebaceous glands and blood vessels. A lot of them and nerve endings. Small lips converge to the area of the clitoris, forming a skin fold - the flesh of the clitoris.
Also in the structure of female external genital organs, the clitoris is isolated . The function of this education is to concentrate and accumulate sexual sensations in women. In its structure resembles a male penis.
The vestibule of the vagina is a slotted space, which is bounded on the sides by the lips, behind - by the posterior adhesion of the labia, in front - by the clitoris.
Bartholin glands are located in the deep layers of the labia majora, directly at their base. The size of one gland is about 1.5-2 cm. These glands, during the time of sexual contact, release a viscous, grayish liquid rich in protein.
What concerns the internal genital organs?
In the structure of the internal sexual organs of women, it is customary to allocate the vagina, the ovaries, the fallopian tubes, the uterus, the hymen.
The vagina refers to the internal sexual organs of a woman, takes a direct part in the process of sexual intercourse. In the generic process, this organ becomes part of the birth canal. Inside it is lined with a mucous membrane, which has a large number of folds.
Ovaries are the female sex glands, which contain a large number of immature ova. They secrete progesterone hormones and estrogen.
Fallopian tubes represent 2 hollow tubes that go from the ovaries directly to the uterus and open at its upper part. At the ends of the pipes there are villi, which are necessary for the capture of a mature egg released into the abdominal cavity from the ovary.
Considering the peculiarities of the structure of female genital organs, it should be noted that the center of the reproductive system is the uterus. It is a hollow organ that externally has the shape of a pear. It is located in the pelvic cavity. The walls are made up of muscle fibers.
When considering the anatomy of the structure of female genital organs, one should separately mention the hymen - a thin fold of the mucous membrane. Has holes necessary to communicate the vaginal cavity with the external environment. It is through them that the menstrual blood is released from the girls.
What are the main functions of female genital organs?
Having told about the structure and characteristics of female genital organs, it is necessary to name their functions. These include:
- sexual - the implementation of sexual intercourse with a man;
- endocrine (synthesis of hormones);
- reproductive (reproduction of offspring);
- generic;
- Secretory (secretion of Bartholin gland secretion);
- menstrual.