Vaginal sexual pleasure and female genitalia orgasm are things that concern people since ancient times. All sexual humans are out for the search of the famous G-spot that everyone says exists, but not many have found it. Is it a true distinct anatomic entity? Is it a sexological myth? Let’s take a look at the existing scientific evidence and research results.
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The History of the G-spot
This specific erogenous zone was firstly mentioned by Reinier de Graaf in the 17th century when he described female ejaculation. Hardenberg, also, stated that there are nerve endings on the anterior wall of the vagina proximate to the base of the clitoris. But the term “G-spot” or “Gräfenberg spot” was established after Gräfenberg published an article in 1950 in which he stated that “An erotic zone always could be demonstrated on the anterior wall of the vagina along the course of the urethra. Even when there was a good response in the entire vagina, this particular area was more easily stimulated by the finger than the other areas of the vagina. […] During orgasm this area is pressed downwards against the finger like a small cystocele protruding into the vaginal canal. It looked as if the erotogenic part of the anterior vaginal wall tried to bring itself in closest contact with the finger. It could be found in all women.” Addiego in 1981 was the one to coin the term “G-spot”. Since then there have been numerous researches that tried to get to a conclusion on whether this spot exists or not and what would its anatomy be.
The different forms of the G-spot
There is no valid and solid evidence of the clear existence of an anatomic entity, but there are different opinions of what it could be.
G-spot Sac
Ostrzenski (2014) stated that it appeared anatomically as a well‐delineated sac with walls that resembled fibroconnective tissues and resembled erectile tissues and bluish irregularities on the superior surface. Histologically, it was determined as a neurovascular complex structure. The neural component contained abundant peripheral nerve bundles and a nerve ganglion. The vascular component comprised large vein‐like vessels and smaller feeding arteries. Circular and longitudinal muscles covered the G‐complex. He also provided specific measurements of the sac, but his findings were characterized as inaccurate by other scientists that investigated the nerve mapping of the area and found no irregular nerve distribution. A scientific team (2016) proved the existence of this G-spot Complex (GSC) through MRI imaging observation on 13 out of their 21 patients, but their findings were characterized as questionable too.
Clitourethrovaginal (CUV) Complex
It has been stated that the perceived as G-spot could be just the dynamic interactions of female genitals during sexual stimulation. The anatomical relationships and dynamic interactions between the clitoris, urethra, and anterior vaginal wall have led to the concept of a clitourethrovaginal (CUV) complex, defining a variable, multifaceted morphofunctional area that, when properly stimulated during penetration, could induce orgasmic responses (Jannini, Buisson, Rubio-Casillas, 2014).
Posterior end of the Clitoris
Additionally, there is the belief that through penetration (by fingers, penis or toys) a stimulation of the posterior ends of the clitoris can occur, especially on positions that the penetrating object puts extra pressure on the anterior wall of the vagina.
Indirect Clitoral Stimulation through Penetration (false G-spot)
Similarly, there is evidence of indirect clitoral stimulation through penetration. The clitoris can get stimulated through the vibration waves of the labia majora and labia minora at the time of the intercourse.
Urethral Sponge (Corpus Spogiosum)
Urethral Sponge or Corpus Spongiosum is a formation located under the abdominal surface of the clitoral body that is the homologue to male urethra. Some scientists assume that this is the spot that sometimes can get triggered during penetration. That is, also, questionable though.
Skene’s Glands (female prostate)
Skene’s glands are surrounded by tissue that swells with blood during sexual arousal and secrete a fluid from openings near the urethra, particularly during orgasm. They are responsible for the female ejaculation (commonly known as “squirting”)and it is thought that they may be the G-spot or interact with it.
Conclusion
There is no valid scientific evidence for the existence of a G-spot as described by some sexologists, midwives, gynecologists and female sex behavior investigators of the past. Therefore, there can be an organ, a complex or an organic interaction that has the same effects on their sexual arousal. We believe everyone is different and so are their bodies. The only way to find YOUR “G-spot” is to search for it. Have a healthy sexual relationship with your own body and discover your very special erogenous zones and spots. You can then communicate what you like and what makes you feel good with your partner.
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