Glossary
Definitions of medical terms and reference information related to PCOS.
Androgenic Alopecia
Androgenic alopecia is a common symptom of PCOS. Get the definition of androgenic alopecia here.
Androgenic alopecia is a common symptom of PCOS. Get the definition of androgenic alopecia here.
The Clitoris
The clitoris is the major site of sexual arousal in the female. Learn more about the clitoris here.
The clitoris is the major site of sexual arousal in the female. Learn more about the clitoris here.
The Perineum
The perineum is a delicate part of the female anatomy. Learn the full definition here.
The perineum is a delicate part of the female anatomy. Learn the full definition here.
Bartholin Glands
The Bartholin glands secrete a key lubricant necessary for intercourse. Learn more about the Bartholin glands here.
The Bartholin glands secrete a key lubricant necessary for intercourse. Learn more about the Bartholin glands here.
Vaginal Vestibule
The vestibule contains both the urethral and vaginal openings. Learn more about the vestibule here.
The vestibule contains both the urethral and vaginal openings. Learn more about the vestibule here.
Mons Pubis
The mons pubis is a fat pad which covers the pubic bone and protects it during intercourse. Learn more about the mons pubis here.
The mons pubis is a fat pad which covers the pubic bone and protects it during intercourse. Learn more about the mons pubis here.
Vulva
The vulva is the entire external female genitalia. Learn more about the vulva here.
The vulva is the entire external female genitalia. Learn more about the vulva here.
Introitus
An introitus is an opening to a body cavity. Get the definition and more information about the vaginal introitus here.
An introitus is an opening to a body cavity. Get the definition and more information about the vaginal introitus here.