HomeAnswersObstetrics and Gynecologylaxity of vaginal muscleMy vaginal lips are closed and I wonder why other women have open vaginas. Is this normal?

Why some vaginal lips are closed while some others are open?

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Dr. J. N. Naidu

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Published At June 2, 2022
Reviewed AtAugust 24, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I do not know if this is a dumb question to ask. But I do not have any adult females in my life to ask comfortably. I am a 19-year-old female, and I wondered why other women had open vaginas, and you could see their vulva and vagina. My outer lips cover my whole vagina and vulva. I have to physically open my outer lips to see my vulva or vagina. Is this normal?

Answered by Dr. J. N. Naidu

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

A sitting position may cause an opening of the vagina. Those who are used to sex, women with children, and older women will have somewhat loose vaginas, which can easily open while sitting in some positions. In your case, it appears to be normal, but I cannot be sure without viewing it.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. J. N. Naidu
Dr. J. N. Naidu

General Practitioner

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