Vulva, the first door to the female sex organ

The vulva is one of the outer parts of the vagina that plays an important role in protecting the inside of the vagina. The female sexual organs, commonly called the vagina, are actually closed muscle channels. The vagina consists of two parts, namely the inside and the outside.

The vulva is the tissue around the vagina, which is the outer portion of the female reproductive tract.

The function of the vulva as a sex organ

The vulva consists of several main structures, namely the labia majora, labia minora, clitoris, Batholin glands, and pubic hair.

As an intimate organ, the vulva has an important function in sexual activity. The vulva consists of many nerve sensors and with the right stimulation, will be able to produce sexual satisfaction and help you reach orgasm.

When a woman is excited during sexual activity, the vulva will appear enlarged due to increased blood flow to the vaginal wall. Inside, the top of the vagina will widen.

During penetration, hair that grows on the vulva acts as a barrier and barrier against harmful viruses and bacteria, so they do not enter the body. Actually there is no need to shave pubic hair unless certain medical conditions such as pubic lice infection.

Risk of diseases that can be associated with vulva
The health of the vagina and other reproductive organs is very important. If not treated properly, can be affected by various diseases. include:

  • folliculitis
Folliculitis is caused by bacteria that infect hair follicles. The symptoms look like a small mass, red and painful. Apart from the vulva area, folliculitis can appear in the labia majora, which can be caused by shaving, waxing or even friction.
  • Contact dermatitis
The symptoms of contact dermatitis are pain, itching, burning or tingling. This is due to skin irritation due to the use of perfume, soap or irritating clothing.
  • Cyst in the Bartholin gland
If it is blocked, Bartholin's glands located under the skin on the outside of the vagina can cause the formation of cysts in the form of lumps.
  • Chronic simplex moss
It looks like thick plaque peeling off the vulva area which causes itching. Can occur due to long-term skin disease or contact dermatitis.
  • Lichen Sclerosus
Recognized by symptoms of itching, heat and pain when having sex. In addition, the vulva skin will be white and wrinkled. Not infrequently white bumps appear on the skin, which is basically dark purple.
  • Vulvar atrophy
Thinning of the vulva skin is caused by a decrease in the amount of estrogen before menopause.
  • Vulvar cancer
Symptoms include itching, heat, inflammation, pain, lumps or sores on the vulva. In addition, other symptoms may be changes in skin color or size in the groin. Vulvar cancer can be caused by HPV infection. In addition, the vulva can also be affected by skin cancer (melanoma) or Paget's disease (deforming osteitis), which is a sign of cancer in other parts of the body such as breast or fat. intestine.

Seek medical attention immediately if the vulva skin changes, aches, aches or itches. Don't leave the situation without proper treatment.

Female circumcision

There is a culture or belief in society to circumcise women. Circumcision in women is generally done from infancy to 15 years, before puberty. Unlike male circumcision, female circumcision is considered a form of child abuse and has no medical benefits.

In addition, female circumcision is very painful, dangerous to health and causes various long-term problems. There are at least four types of female circumcision, namely removing or cutting all or part of the clitoris (clitoridectomy), removing or cutting all or part of the clitoris and labia majora (excision), cutting part of the labia majora with or removing the clitoris (infibulation) and covering all other dangerous procedures (including stabbing, burning and scratching of the female genital area).

Tips for caring for sex organs

Maintaining reproductive health is very important. Some things to consider to maintain the vulva and sexual organs as a whole, including:

  • Rinse the vulva with warm water. Then dry it gently with a clean cloth. Do not rub.
  • Don't use soap or toilet paper with perfume.
  • Avoid using tampons or tampons with extra plastic or perfume coatings.
  • Continue to sprinkle the powder of sex organs. Also avoid cleaning products for sexual organs.
  • Use cotton underwear. Avoid tight clothes.
  • Establish intimate relationships using protective measures, such as condoms, to prevent sexually transmitted infections.
  • Vaccination against HPV to prevent diseases such as cervical cancer.
  • Avoid smoking and consuming alcoholic drinks because it can affect sexual function.
  • Perform routine checks on the sex organs to ascertain their health status. 
The intimate organs, including the vulva, require special attention. If there are changes or complaints related to the vulva, immediately see a doctor for proper treatment.

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