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vaginal opening

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vaginal opening
n.
The narrowest portion of the vaginal canal, located in the floor of the vestibule, behind the urethral orifice.


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Without treatment or surgery, these structures may eventually prolapse farther into the vagina or even through the vaginal opening if their supports weaken enough.
Crowning This term is used when the baby's head is visible from the vaginal opening.
As the head crowns, you may be offered an episiotomy - a small cut to make the vaginal opening wider.
 
 
 
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