Left labia

What does "Left labia" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The term "left labia" refers to one part of a woman's external genitalia. It's like a protective fold of skin on the left side of the vaginal opening. There are two of these folds, the left and the right, and together they are known as the labia. They play a role in protecting the clitoris and the vaginal and urethral openings.

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