Bartholin's glands are located at the vaginal opening and can become clogged, leading to a condition known as a Bartholin's cyst, which causes swelling. They do not reside within the clitoral shaft, are not surgically removed at puberty in any known cultural practice, and they provide lubrication for the vaginal area, not the uterus.

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Bartholin's Glands

Question 22

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Bartholin's glands:

A) are located within the clitoral shaft.
B) can become clogged, causing swelling.
C) are surgically removed at puberty in some societies.
D) provide the majority of uterine lubrication.

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