Mons pubis
Mons pubis
The Mons pubis is a rounded, fleshy area located over the pubic bone of adult females. This area is also known as the mons veneris or mons pubis majora. The term "mons pubis" is derived from Latin, meaning "pubic mound". The mons pubis forms part of the vulva, the external female genitalia.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The mons pubis is located above the pubic symphysis, which is the joint that connects the right and left pubic bones. It is covered by a layer of subcutaneous fat, which is covered by pubic hair following puberty. The size of the mons pubis varies with the level of hormone and body fat.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the mons pubis is to provide cushioning during sexual intercourse, protecting the pubic bones from impact. It also plays a role in the distribution of pheromones, which are chemicals that can trigger a social response in members of the same species.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
Changes in the appearance of the mons pubis can be a sign of certain medical conditions. For example, an enlarged mons pubis can be a symptom of obesity or lipoma. In contrast, a reduced mons pubis can be a sign of malnutrition or cachexia.
Society and culture[edit | edit source]
In some cultures, the appearance of the mons pubis is a factor in perceptions of physical attractiveness. Some individuals choose to undergo cosmetic surgery, such as a monsplasty, to alter the size or shape of their mons pubis.
See also[edit | edit source]
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