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Unlike men, the path to female orgasm is not as easy as turning your palms. Some women can climax with vaginal penetration, aka G-spot stimulation. Others can only reach orgasm through clitoral stimulation. But what is the difference between the clitoris and the G-spot?

About the clitoris

What is the clitoris?

The clitoris is physically the same as the head of the male penis. But it is the only organ in the human body that is devoted solely to physical arousal. While there are many locations on both the male and female bodies that serve as points of arousal, such as the penis or nipple, these organs also serve other human purposes, such as reproduction. Meanwhile, the clitoris has no reproductive function at all other than providing pleasure for women.

The outer portion of the clitoris contains about 8,000 sensory nerve fibers. This is why the clitoris is not only named the most sensitive part of a woman's body, it is also much more sensitive than the penis, which only houses about 4 thousand nerves.

Where is the clitoris?

The clitoris is a tiny knob-like organ that swells to get bigger when stimulated. It is located at the top of the vulva (external appearance of the genitals), just above the urethra (urinary tract) and vaginal opening, protected under the covering layer of the clitoris.

Location of the clitoris (source: Mayo Clinic)

Not many people know that the clitoris is actually more than just a small pink bump. The clitoris that is visible to the eye is only the very end of the forked structure that forms an inverted Y letter.

Clitoris anatomy (source: Mic)

The clitoris hidden in the body consists of two corpora cavernosa (erectile tissue that is shaped like a pair of spongy tubes), which also form two pairs of crura (legs) that branch up to nine centimeters in length.

How does the clitoris work?

The sex organs, penis and vagina, are formed from the same embryonic cells, and they both work similarly because they are connected to the same nervous system. In fact, the outer portion of the clitoris, the tiny knob that you can see with the naked eye, is analogous to the head of the penis - also called the glans in medicine.

Comparison of the anatomy of the penis (left) and clitoris (right) (source: Mic)

The way it works when aroused is similar to a penis when it is erect. Blood flow from the heart will fill the two corpora cavernosa until they expand, allowing the clitoris to enlarge. After orgasm, the tension slowly dissipates and the clitoris shrinks back to its normal size.

How to stimulate the clitoris to reach orgasm?

There are many theories circulating about the best method to stimulate orgasm via the clitoris: manual, oral, or indirect stimulation through vaginal penetration. However, there are some basic guidelines to get started:

Use light pressure and slowly. This area is very sensitive, and the experience of orgasm will be maximized if it is built from a slow start, but more intense.
Also stimulate the area around the clitoris. The head of the clitoris has more than five thousand nerves, but these fibers also travel to the surrounding area. Immediate stimulation can be overwhelming and uncomfortable for some women. So, maneuver variation is key.
Set the speed. Regular, but sustained, pressure or hand movements are much more successful at producing an orgasm than inconsistent careless touch.

About the G-spot

What is the G-spot?

The G-spot is said to be a walnut-sized bundle of nerve endings in the vagina that, when stimulated, like the clitoris, can make you orgasm faster and stronger than just plain penetrative sex. The G-spot orgasm sometimes even results in ejaculation. This means that some women can squirt fluid (not urine) out of the area near the urethra during orgasm.

Where is the G-spot?

The existence of the G-spot is arguably controversial because there is no agreement on the exact shape and location of the G-spot. Some women report being able to have orgasms through G-spot stimulation while others feel nothing. But calm down, there's nothing wrong with either of them. What works well for some women may not be as effective for others.

Approximate G-spot location (source: Science Alert)

According to those who are pros about the existence of the G-spot, the location of this sensual area is located inside the vagina, behind the front wall of the vagina (towards the navel) about halfway between the vaginal opening and the cervix. The G-spot feels rough, spongy to the touch and can expand.

The complexity of finding the G-spot is like looking for treasure. When you insert your finger into your vagina, imagine the opening to your vagina like a wall clock. With fingers straight forward, toward the pelvis, is the 12 o'clock direction and pressing down towards the anus is the 6 o'clock direction. Most women 's G-spot is at 12 o'clock, about 2-5 cm from the vaginal entrance.

How do you stimulate the G-spot to reach orgasm?

A woman's finger can sometimes be too small or short to reach inside, so a sex toy or partner's finger may find it easier to help bring you an orgasm. During masturbation, rather than lying down, it may be easier to reach orgasm via the G-spot if you squat down and reach in. But make sure you are excited first.

During penetrative sex, a man can position the angle of entry of his penis to rub the woman's G-spot using a typical in-and-out maneuver. However, the position from behind, aka doggy style, is the most recommended position to bring orgasm through G-spot stimulation. The key is to have the woman rest on her elbows to give the man a more promising angle.