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What do you call the visible part of the female reproductive system? is it the vagina or the vulva?

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Dr. Jennifer Austin answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Vulva is external: The Vulva is external and visible. Only the opening of the vagina is visible.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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