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Whats the difference between vulva and vagina lips?

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Dr. Jon Fishburn answered

Description : The vulva collectively is the female genital organs and the vaginal "lips" are composed of the inner labia minora ; the other labia majora. The photo above shows the anatomical components.

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Answered 4/16/2014

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