Human vaginal size
Human vaginal size refers to the length and width of the human vagina. The size of the vagina varies among women, and it can change in certain situations, such as during sexual arousal and childbirth.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The vagina is a flexible tube that connects the external vulva to the cervix, the lower part of the uterus. It is located in the pelvic cavity behind the urinary bladder and in front of the rectum. The vagina is composed of a mucous membrane, muscle, and fibrous tissue.
Size[edit | edit source]
The size of the vagina can vary widely among individuals. In general, the length of the vagina is about 7.5 cm to 10 cm, and its width is typically between 1 cm and 2.5 cm. However, the vagina is a highly elastic structure and can stretch to accommodate a penis during sexual intercourse or a baby during childbirth.
Factors affecting vaginal size[edit | edit source]
Several factors can affect the size of the vagina, including:
- Age: The vagina can become less elastic and narrower with age, especially after menopause.
- Childbirth: The vagina can stretch significantly during childbirth to allow the baby to pass through. After childbirth, the vagina usually returns to its pre-pregnancy size, but it may remain slightly larger than before.
- Sexual arousal: During sexual arousal, the vagina lengthens and widens to prepare for sexual intercourse.
- Hormonal changes: Hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle can affect the size of the vagina.
Measurement[edit | edit source]
The size of the vagina can be measured using various methods, including:
- Vaginal photoplethysmography: This method uses a device that measures changes in blood flow to the vagina, which can indicate changes in vaginal size.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): MRI can provide detailed images of the vagina and can be used to measure its size.
- Physical examination: A healthcare provider can estimate the size of the vagina during a physical examination.
See also[edit | edit source]
| Human vaginal size Resources | |
|---|---|
|
 |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
