The paraurethral (Skene) glands are small glands on either side of the lower female urethra, opening near the external urethral orifice. They are considered the female counterpart of the prostate.
| Location | Wall of the distal female urethra, with openings beside the external urethral orifice |
|---|---|
| Parts |
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| Nerve Supply | Pudendal nerve; Inferior hypogastric plexus |
| Blood Supply | Internal pudendal artery branches |
| Venous drainage |
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| Lymphatic drainage |
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Secrete mucus that lubricates the urethral opening; they also contain prostate-specific antigen.
Blocked ducts can form cysts or abscesses beside the urethral opening. Infection here, for example with gonorrhoea, can be a hidden source of recurrent urinary symptoms.
Blocked duct producing a small swelling beside the urethral opening.
Infected gland causing pain, swelling and painful urination.
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