Looking after your vulva - patient information leaflet
Maternity & Gynaecology Guidelines
Warning
Your vulva refers to the area surrounding the vaginal opening. It includes the mons pubis, labia majora and labia minora (inner and outer lips), the clitoris (one small part called the glans is usually visible), the perineum, urethra, vaginal opening and area around the anus (back passage).
This leaflet will outline how to check your vulva (self-examination), and also some advice on how to care for your vulval skin.