Clitoral glans
external entrance to the clitoris
The clitoral glans (glans clitoridis) is a part of the clitoris found on the outside of the vagina.
| Clitoral glans | |
|---|---|
 Female sex organs | |
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | glans clitoridis |
| TA | A09.2.02.004 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
Anatomy
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The clitoral glans is covered by the clitoral hood, which is attached to the labia minora. The whole structure is attached to the frenulum clitoridis and clitoral body (which is internal).
Physiology
changeThe glans (head) of the clitoris is about the size and shape of a pea. It is highly sensitive because it has lots of nerves around and on it for arousal. During arousal, the glans fills with blood.
Other websites
change- SUNY Labs 41:02-0203 - "The Female Perineum: The Vulva"
