Sexual swelling
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sexual-swelling-307-292918
title:
Sexual swelling
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Sexual swelling, sexual skin, or anogenital tumescence refers to localized engorgement of the anus and vulva region of some female primates that vary in size over the course of the menstrual cycle. Thought to be an honest signal of fertility, male primates are attracted to these swellings; preferring, and competing for, females with the largest swellings. Though heavily investigated, the ultimate function of sexual swellings remains unknown. Over the last 50 years, eight principal explanations h
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Swelling of genital and perineal skin in some mammals as a sign of fertility
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sexual_swelling
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2024-04-06T01:52:02Z
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