The urethral orifice of women is mostly elliptical and smooth on the outside.

1. What does a normal female urethral orifice look like?

The urethral orifice is located in the center of the vestibule, 1.0 to 1.5cm below the pubic arch and above the vaginal orifice. The urethral orifice often appears as a mildly folded shape. The urethral orifice of women is mostly elliptical and smooth on the outside. During urination, the diameter of the urethral orifice can relax to 4 to 5mm. There are urethral ducts, also known as Skene's ducts, on the left and right sides of the urethra, which often open into the vestibule or occasionally into the posterior wall within the urethral orifice. The caliber of the urethral ducts is small, approximately 0.5mm, and their length may vary slightly among individuals. The lower two-thirds of the urethra are closely connected to the anterior wall of the vagina, and the circular muscles in the lower one-third of the vagina surround the upper and lower ends of the urethra.

2. Where is the female urethral orifice located?

The position of the female urethral orifice is relatively concealed, mainly wrapped by the labia majora and labia minora. When lying flat and spreading the legs apart, the labia majora can be parted to reveal two openings: the upper one is the urethral orifice, and the lower one is the vaginal orifice. The anatomical structure of the urethral orifice in most female patients is normal and does not vary. Due to the specific location of the female urethral orifice, women are prone to urinary tract infections. The female urethra is relatively short and straight, and it is close to the vagina. There are a large number of bacteria attached to the perineum, so women are particularly susceptible to urinary tract infections during menstruation or after sexual intercourse. It is recommended to perform effective cleaning daily.