You asked: why not boric acid for BV?
A guy wrote to us with questions about his girlfriend's BV and how to solve it, regarding why we don't recommended boric acid, but still sell it.
Understanding the ThermiVa
Radiofrequency treatments can be used for vaginal laxity, urinary leakage, and giving a pep-up to poorly performing vulvovaginal tissue.
Study: Babies’ microbiome may not be from vagina after all
There is new evidence pointing to colonisation of a new baby by environmental pathogens, possibly setting us up for infections later on and disrupting the gut microbiome.
My Vagina’s repository
Articles about bacterial vaginosis, aerobic vaginitis (AV), yeast infections and more
How to test vaginal pH at home
How to accurately test your vaginal pH at home with a video.
Aunt Vadge: why am I dry during sex and can’t orgasm?
A 23-year-old can't orgasm and her vagina is dry during sex, but why? We discuss the issues and how to get around the problem.
First human vaginal fluid transplant for BV a success
The first microbiome transplant from a healthy donor to a chronic BV sufferer has been a success, with all five women having long-term (two year) remission.
Obesity and BV
Obesity is known to be a chronic inflammatory state, with fat tissue being an immunologically active organ. That's right - we said organ!
Understanding and using coconut oil vulvovaginally
We take a closer look at coconut oil when used on the vulva and in the vagina - is it safe and does it really have antimicrobial properties?
Aunt Vadge: I’ve got painful slits in all the cracks
A 28-year-old is trying to figure out where the cracks in her creases have appeared from, specifically, is it herpes even though the test was negative?
Quick List: How histamine works with oestrogen, progesterone and cortisol
A quick look at the interrelationships between histamine, oestrogen, progesterone and cortisol.
Aunt Vadge: I think I have my first yeast infection
A 20-year-old is in tears because she thinks she has her first yeast infection ever after taking antibiotics for a sinus infection.
Aunt Vadge: my daughter is having problems passing urine
A father is worried about his 12-year-old daughter, as she feels as if her urine stream is blocked and there is inflammation.
Aunt Vadge: strange vulvar itch for six weeks
A surfer shaved her bikini line a little close, went for a surf, and now has a strange itch that won't go away.
Aunt Vadge: is my copper IUD giving me BV?
A 26-year-old is concerned that her IUD is contributing to recurrent BV, and if so, what advice can she follow to get rid of the BV but keep the IUD.
Aunt Vadge: how do I tell my girlfriend she has a smelly vagina?
A man is in a pickle with his girlfriend: she has a really bad smelling vagina and he doesn't know how to tell her without her flying off the handle
Consultation Disclaimer
My Vagina's consultation disclaimer for those undergoing naturopathic consultations.
Got vagina problems? Check for food intolerances
Food chemicals, even naturally occuring types, can throw your system out and leave you with continuous health problems, including vaginal problems.
The smell of blood – why your period smells metallic
Ever wondered why blood smells metallic? We've found out for you! Plus some interesting science tidbits about humans and the smell of blood.