How To Explore and Stimulate the G-Spot

The G-spot increases sexual pleasure when you stimulate it properly. Most experts agree it exists despite varying opinions on its exact nature. 

Is the G-Spot Real, and What Is It?

Some evidence suggests the G-spot is a sac with tissue similar to erectile tissue on the upper vaginal wall.

However, some researchers doubt this finding. The consensus is that the G-spot exists, even if researchers do not entirely agree on its exact location, nature, and size.¹

Vieira-Baptista P, Lima-Silva J, Preti M, Xavier J, Vendeira P, Stockdale CK. G-spot: Fact or fiction?: A systematic review. Sex Med. 2021;9(5):100435. doi:10.1016/j.esxm.2021.100435

Pinpointing Its Location

The G-spot is a few centimeters along the inner front wall of the vagina, or the top wall if you are lying on your back. Some people find their G-spot is a bit higher, while others notice it is closer to the vaginal opening.¹

The G-spot is most likely part of the clitoral network. The external part of the clitoris is a small nub that sits above the opening of the urethra. The clitoris extends into the vagina in a horseshoe shape.²

This "clitoral network" is full of sensitive nerve endings.³ You may be stimulating part of the clitoris when stimulating the G-spot during sex.¹

Steps for Finding Your G-Spot

You can usually feel your G-spot by using your fingers to explore the upper inner wall of your vagina.

Insert one finger with your palm up, and make a "come here" motion. If you have trouble locating it, try using a sex toy angled upward and designed to reach the spot.

"It feels a bit rougher, like an orange peel, and sometimes it can be tucked in a fold, so you might need to search around," Jennifer Berman, MD, from the Berman Women's Wellness Center, told Health. "For many, it's extremely pleasurable during sexual relations."

Keep in mind that some people may not feel any sensation, which is normal. Others may feel an urgent need to urinate. This is normal due to the G-spot's proximity to your urethra, the tube you urinate from.¹

Why G-Spot Orgasms Feel Different

Clitoral orgasms are "localized, intense, and physically satisfying." In contrast, G-spot orgasms are "stronger and longer lasting" and "more psychologically satisfying," with "whole-body sensation" and "throbbing feelings."⁴

Whether vaginal and clitoral orgasms are different is debated. Many people say orgasms from stimulating their G-spot—alone, with a vibrator, or with a partner—feel unique.⁴

"The nerves that convey clitoral sensation are different from the pelvic and vagus nerves that convey vaginal sensation," Barry Komisaruk, PhD, an adjunct professor in the department of radiology at Rutgers University, told Health.

"It is not surprising that the orgasms that are stimulated by one or the other of these nerves feel different from each other," said Komisaruk.

'G-Shots' and Orgasms

Some doctors offer injections, either of collagen or platelet-rich plasma (PRP), to enlarge or increase the sensitivity of the G-spot. This may enhance the experience of orgasms. Research is still needed to determine "G-shots'" effects on sexual pleasure.⁵

"There is some anecdotal evidence of people getting these shots and experiencing increased sexual arousal or enhanced orgasms," said Dr. Berman.

"Keep in mind that people are highly suggestive," said Dr. Berman. "Sexual response and chemistry are greatly influenced by emotion. If people are paying for this treatment, they might be experiencing a placebo effect."

Does It Trigger Female Ejaculation?

Stimulating the G-spot may cause a sudden release of clear fluid from the urethra, known as female ejaculation or squirting.⁴

The Skene's glands play a role. These glands in the G-spot make fluid to lubricate the urethra. They may have similar components to the prostate, sometimes called the "male G-spot."²

People debate whether female ejaculation and squirting, like the G-spot, are possible. Some believe this fluid is diluted urine. Others note that female ejaculate and squirting fluid are different.⁶

Other Ways Your Body Can Experience Pleasure

Not everyone will experience sexual arousal or an orgasm when their G-spot is stimulated, and this is normal. There are several other ways to receive or give pleasure during sex.

Other erogenous zones, which can be pleasurable when they are stimulated, include:⁷

• Breasts
• Butt
• Ears
• Inner thighs
• Lips
• Neck or the nape of your neck
• Nipples

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