perineum
/ˌpɛrɪˈniːəm
/noun (plural perinea) Anatomy
The area between the anus and the scrotum or vulva.The perineal area includes the pubis, vulva, labia, perineum, anus, and adjacent area, including the inner aspects of the upper third of the thighs....
- Scrub downward over the vulva and perineum beginning over the pubic area and ending in the anal area; discard the sponge after going over the anus.
- Although you'll have an anaesthetic when the stitching is done, it can add to the bruising of your vaginal area and perineum.
Derivatives
perineal
/ adjective ...- The perineal area includes the pubis, vulva, labia, perineum, anus, and adjacent area, including the inner aspects of the upper third of the thighs.
- Many people mistakenly believe that the abdominal prep should be done before the perineal prep because the abdomen is considered cleaner than the perineum.
- It produces bizarre symptoms like bladder irritation, urethral or penile pain, perineal pain, lower abdominal pain and low-grade fevers.
Origin
Late Middle English: from late Latin, from Greek perinaion.