The Sexual Response - The Female Response

The Response Cycle: An Observed Pattern, not a Norm

4. Resolution

The Vagina
During the so-called resolution phase, the congestion in the outer one-third of the vagina (the orgasmic platform) disappears quickly.

The Clitoris
The clitoris reemerges from under the clitoral hood.

The Major and Minor Lips
The major and minor lips again assume their former shape and size.

The Uterus
The uterus also shrinks back to its usual size, and, as it descends from its elevated position in the abdomen, the “tenting” or “ballooning” effect in the inner two thirds of the vagina is eliminated.

The Sex Flush
The sex flush mentioned earlier vanishes.

The Breasts
The nipples of the breasts and the breasts themselves slowly return to their normal state. With the release of muscular tension, the pulse rate and blood pressure decrease, and breathing becomes normal again.