The vagina is the Muscular tube that extends from the cervix to the vaginal orifice in the perineum, or pelvic floor. It is a relatively-thin-walled chamber. It is approximately 10 centimeters (4 inches) in length. It is located posterior to the Urethra and anterior to the rectum. A thin membrane called the hymen partially covers the vaginal opening. The hymen is ruptured during a female’s first sexual intercourse or sometimes by the use of tampons during menstruation. After puberty, the vaginal mucosa is stratified squamous epithelium, which is relatively resistant to pathogens. The normal flora, or bacteria, of the vagina create an acidic pH to inhibit the growth of pathogens.

The vagina serves as a repository for sperm (it is where the Penis is inserted), and its function is to receive sperm from the male’s Penis during sexual intercourse. It serves as the exit for Blood during menstrual flow and also as a birth canal.

Bacterial Vaginosis Pruritus Thrush Genital Warts Genital herpes Gnorrhoea Atrophic vaginitis Cyst of Bartholin's glands Trichomonas infection Chlamydia infection