Question 1

what is labia minora?

Accepted Answer

Inner labia: The labia minora are a pair of thin cutaneous folds that form a part of the vulva (external genitalia). They function to protect the clitoris and urinary and vaginal openings.

Question 2

how can i make my labia minora grow?

Accepted Answer

They do it in Uganda: You may want to read about the practice of labia stretching and elongation as practiced in many African nations such as Uganda and Rwanda. See this medical reference:
http://www.iscgmedia.com/uploads/6/0/9/7/6097060/perez_gm.pdf

Question 3

is it normal for my labia minora to show?

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Yes: Yes it is not abnormal for labia minora to show. Although, if they are swollen or red then you might want to see if you have an infection or not like yeast etc.

Question 4

what are the purposes of the labia minora?

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Sexual satisfaction: The labia are filled with nerves and receptors that respond to pressure and vibration.  Enjoy!j.

Question 5

is there a way to make my labia minora grow?

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: No, Mother Nature has provided you with the size and shape of your labia minora. Using OTC creams and salves are at best "misleading" at worse scams. It is not nice to fool with Mother Nature.

Question 6

i am feeling pains in my labia minora what is the cause because?

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Huge gamut of possib: A lot of different possibilities for this - ranging from irritated vulva or vulvar cellulitis (infection), trauma, musculoskeletal pain, etc. Has to be examined in person to start narrowing down that list of possible things

Question 7

describe as what feels like a splinter underneath my labia minora?

Accepted Answer

: A small ulcer or early inflammation could cause the same feeling. Use a warm sitz bath with baking soda 10-15 minutes for a couple times in the next 24 hours. If symptom persists or new symptom occurs, you should be examined. Good luck.

Question 8

is it fairly common for one labia minora to be bigger than the other?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The labia minora are often asymmetric (one being larger or longer than the other).  This is completely normal.  There is much variability in the appearance of labia minora from woman to woman.  Some are very small, others very large.

Question 9

my labia minora is of different sizes; one side is bigger. is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Some asymmetry is quite normal. If aesthetically or functionally "symptomatic",  labia minora reduction surgery may be the answer.

Question 10

how can i make my labia minora grow or elongate it using herbs? thank you?

Accepted Answer

: No. There are no known herbs or other medications that will make your labia bigger. If you must, you could consult a plastic surgeon.
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