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The Reproductive Systems

Cross section of a menstruator's body to show the postion of genitals and reproductive organs
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Butt
Belly
Source: https://www.pharmacy180.com/article/anatomy-of-the-female-reproductive-system-3709/
Cross section of a menstruator's abdomen to show the position of the uterus
Butt
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Belly
Source: https://ars.els-cdn.com/content/image/1-s2.0-S0363018824000197-gr2_lrg.jpg
Uterine cross section
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Source: https://www.verywellhealth.com/fallopian-tubes-anatomy-4777161

The cervix is the connecting part between uterus and vagina. Its inside opening is called the cervical canal. The cervical canal is lined by gland-like dents, called crypts, which produce cervical mucus. Cervical mucus is discharged through the vagina and can be seen and/or felt by the menstruator.

The inside lining of the uterus is called the 

endometrium and is composed of two layers:

  • Functional layer: it grows thicker in response to estrogen and progesterone and is shed during menstruation

  • Basal layer: it forms the foundation from which the functional layer develops and is not shed

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