Female Sexual Anatomy, Physiology, and Response

In this chapter, we discuss both the similarities and the differences in the anatomy, physiology, and sexual response of females. This chapter introduces the sexual structures and function of women's bodies, including hormones and the menstrual cycle. We also look at models of sexual arousal and response, the relationship of these women's experiences of sex, and the role of orgasm.

breast sexual and reproductive organs of both men and women

vulva chemical substances that serve as messengers

uterus pad of fatty tissue that covers the area of the pubic bone about 6 inches below the navel

cervix mons pubis, the clitoris, the labia majora, and the labia minora

genitals smaller folds withinin the labia majora that meet above the clitoris to form the clitoral hood

hormones end of the uterus, opening towards the vagina

vestibule thin membrane containing a relatively large number of blood vessels that partially covers vaginal opening

orgasm organ that produces gametes

premenstrual syndrome mammary gland

g-spot opening of the rectum

amenorrhea womb

mons pubis reflex that occurs when blood flow to the pelvis reaches a peak and is dispersed by rhythmic contractions of the vagina, uterus, and pelvic muscles

endometrium 2 folds of spongy flesh extending from the mons pubis and enclosing the labia minora, clitoris, urethral opening, and vaginal entrance

vagina the area enclosed by the labia minora

clitoris a set of severe symptoms associated wtih mentruation

urethra encompasses the penis during sexual intercourse so that sperm will be deposited near teh entrance of the uterus and is the birth canal through which an infant is born

fallopian tubes organ that produces oocytes

anus center of sexual arousal in the female

ovulation inner lining of the uterine walls

labia minora uterine cycle

labia majora when women do not menstruate for reasons other than aging

ovary release of an oocyte

hymen tube through which urine passes

menstrual cycle uterine tubes, or oviducts

gonad or Grafenberg spot, located on the front wall of the vagina, erotically sensitive area

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