vaginal health

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Bacterial Vaginosis 101

What is bacterial vaginosis? Learn about the risk factors, symptoms and how it’s treated.

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Menopause Can Be a Real Pain in the Vagina

But it doesn't have to be. Check out these products that provide relief for genitourinary syndrome of menopause (also known as vaginal atrophy).

15 Minutes With: Ashley Winter, M.D., Talks Urology, Sex and All Things Vaginas

15 Minutes With: Ashley Winter, M.D., Talks Urology, Sex and All Things Vaginas

We talked with the waves-making urologist about estrogen, what really causes UTIs and more

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At-Home Testing for Women by Women

From hormones to UTIs, the lab tests can come to you thanks to these innovations by women

Is It an STI or Something Else

Decoding Vaginal Discharge: Is It an Infection or Something Else?

Use our quick reference guide to identify common vaginal conditions

11 Things That Heaviness in Your Pelvic Area Might Mean

11 Things That Heaviness in Your Pelvic Area Might Mean

Lots of things can cause a feeling of heaviness in your pelvic area. Learn the most common causes — and when you should seek medical attention

Las Secreciones Vaginales Proporcionan Claves Acerca De Tu Salud Y Fertilidad

Las Secreciones Vaginales Proporcionan Claves Acerca De Tu Salud Y Fertilidad

Es normal para las mujeres notar cambios de las secreciones vaginales en momentos diferentes

Vaginal Discharge Provides Clues to Your Health and Fertility

Vaginal Discharge Provides Clues to Your Health and Fertility

It’s normal for women to notice changes in vaginal discharge at different times

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Gynecological Procedures Can Be a Real Pain

Why aren’t women who are undergoing painful GYN procedures routinely offered pain management?

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Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Vaginismus

If your vagina won't let anything in, you're not broken. You may have vaginismus. Read what you can do to help.

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Why You Need to Advocate for Yourself and Create a Pain Management Treatment Plan Before Surgery

You may be taking opioids unnecessarily. A conversation with your doctors on your pain management options can help.

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Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Vaginal Prolapse

This condition can be embarrassing and intrusive, but it can be treated

Cervical Cancer

Cervical Cancer

Unlike breast cancer, cervical cancer may not be a female disease you hear about every day. However, both cervical cancer and the virus that causes most cases of cervical cancer—HPV—are prevalent and worth every woman's attention. READ MORE

The Wonderful World of Your Microbiome

The Wonderful World of Your Microbiome

What you need to know about keeping your gut and vaginal microbiomes in balance.

Healing My Confidence and My Skin From Chronic Yeast Infection

Healing My Confidence and My Skin From Chronic Yeast Infection

I thought there was something wrong with my plus-sized female body, until I learned I wasn't alone in my struggle with chronic yeast.

When Is Vaginal Discharge Abnormal?

When Is Vaginal Discharge Abnormal?

Most women regularly experience vaginal discharge, making it difficult to know when the discharge is a concern. Here are signs that it's time to see your health care provider.

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Secrets Your Vagina Wants to Tell You

It may not be something that you regularly talk about, but it’s important to know what’s going on down there.

You're Looking Good Down There

You're Looking Good Down There

A renowned gynecologist urges caution before undergoing cosmetic surgery on your lady parts. There's no proof that labiaplasty surgery enhances sensation, and it does carry risks.

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What's Happening to My Vagina During Menopause?

A group of menopausal symptoms previously known as vulvovaginal atrophy and now known genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM or GUSM) can cause vaginal dryness and other problems.