[reilu]

alright, i have a question. i am a senior in high school and was doing my graduation research project on the debate on whether infant intersexuals should be sexually reassigned. while doing my research, i came across many interesting things, some of which had me examine myself(genitals) and look up what normal genitals look like. i don't think that mine are normal. i have like these two flaps that are about one and a half to one and three forths inches long. about half an inch to three forths are visible even when my legs are together. they are two flaps of tissue. that's the only way i can describe them. they are separate, not really connected. they are right below the clitoris. i can't find anything on the internet. (i am using my school's computer so a lot of the material is blocked) i would feel embarrassed to look up anything at home. if anyone has any idea of what this is or if i need to be concerned, please help. even if you could direct me to a website. i just feel abnormal now, and its seriously making me depressed. i just need to know for sure, then i will be fine. thanks to anyone who will give me their time

[Little]

Labia minora. They can be small, large, fat, skinny, long, short, straight, wrinkly ... you name it.
You sound fine.

[reilu]

do you know why that happens? is it a common thing? i just feel weird.

[Little]

It's not something that "happens;" it's part of every woman's vagina. Just like every other part of you, it will be different between each person. Scientific diagrams of the vulva usually downplay this part of your anatomy but it's there! Try googling for scientific diagrams, though, and if your parents wonder what you're doing try to be sincere with them and say you were worried about your anatomy.
Lots of women have "image issues" with their vaginas/vulvas, but most women are anatomically normal. Don't worry.

[reilu]

alright. thank you so much! that really makes me feel a bit better. is there ever a case where this can be harmful to health? should i try and see a gynechologist? also, i am a virgin, so i've never experienced sex, but do you think it will weird guys out at all?

[Fallen1]

No not at all. If you get an opportunity do a Google search for images. As Little said you are perfectly normal.

[reilu]

oh my gosh, these last few days have been like ! i'm so happy. i was so scared and self concious that i wouldn't talk to any one and just hid in the library at school! i'm so relieved! thank you Little, and thank you Fallen1. i'm really grateful.