The mons pubis is the rounded pad of fat and skin lying over the pubic symphysis. After puberty it is covered with coarse pubic hair. Below, it divides into the two labia majora.
| Location | Anterior to the pubic symphysis, above the labia majora |
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| Parts |
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| Nerve Supply | Ilioinguinal nerve; Genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve |
| Blood Supply | External pudendal arteries |
| Venous drainage |
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| Lymphatic drainage |
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Cushions and protects the pubic region.
The fat pad cushions the pubic bone during intercourse. Its size changes with body weight and hormonal status, thinning after menopause. Skin infections such as folliculitis are common here after shaving or waxing.
Infection or irritation of hair follicles, common after hair removal.
Enlargement of the mons fat pad, often with obesity, which can cause discomfort or hygiene problems.
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