Vaginal: The vagina is a female

The vagina is a female sex organ involved in reproduction, childbirth and menstruation. Learn about the anatomy, parts and function of the vagina at Kenhub! Using condoms during sex can help protect against infections. Your vagina is a muscular, stretchy canal that connects your uterus to the outside of your body. It's different than the vulva, which... Explore the anatomy, function, and clinical relevance of the vagina, a key female reproductive organ. A vaginal yeast infection happens when there’s an overgrowth of a type of yeast called Candida albicans in the vagina. Vaginal yeast infections are very common.