Aunt Vadge: I feel like I have a UTI if I don’t drink enough water
She had sex once, got a UTI, and now everytime she doesn't drink enough water, her UTI seems to come back.
Can meditation improve your sex life?
We look over the research discussing the effects of meditation on female sexual desire and function, with some interesting results. Can meditation truly improve your sex life?
How statins can cause diminished libido
We take a closer look at the effect of statins on libido.
Aunt Vadge: sex hurts every single time and now it just hurts all the time
Every time her and her boyfriend have sex, she's pretended it didn't hurt, and now she has just pain all the time.
How to clean ‘that stuff’ (smegma) from your vulva safely and effectively
Smegma, a waxy white substance, can build up between the labia and around the clitoris. Because it's so waxy, it can be tough to clean.
Post-orgasmic illness syndrome (POIS)
Flu-like symptoms appear after orgasm in this unusual syndrome, post-orgasmic illness syndrome. There are two versions of this condition: that POIS that has always existed, and that which develops all of a sudden.
How to make a herbal or essential oil pessary/suppository
Instructions on making vaginal or rectal suppositories and pessaries.
Symptom management between treatments in stubborn BV
If your BV is stubborn for some underlying reason, we have a couple of tips to give you some symptom relief during your non-treatment times.
Aunt Vadge: he force-dry humped me; was I raped?
Understanding the nuances between rape and sexual assault is crucial for survivors seeking clarity and support. This article delves into the definitions, offering guidance on steps to take if you've experienced such an incident, emphasizing the importance of recognizing all forms of sexual misconduct as serious and actionable offences.
Candida krusei vulvovaginal infections
C. krusei is a rare cause of vulvovaginitis, typically appearing in women who have had multiple courses of other antifungals throughout their lives.
Progress on male contraceptives
We take a look at what's happening in the development of male contraceptives, which seems to be taking an unusually long time to come to fruition. Why is it so hard? We discuss.
Descending perineum syndrome (DPS)
Descending perineum syndrome is a condition caused by the weakening of the pelvic floor by chronic straining on the toilet. DPS is where the pelvic structure takes a dip, with the perineum being one of the indicators of the drop.
Study: Long-term overweight at greater risk of endometrial cancer postmenopause
A study looks at how long women were overweight or obese for, and their risk of certain cancers.
Atrophic vaginitis caused by menopause has a new name
Vulvovaginal atrophy caused by menopause has an updated umbrella term - genitourinary symptoms of menopause (GSM).
Study: does BV cause infertility in women?
A study looked into rates of certain types of female infertility and how that related to BV.
Study: Gardnerella vaginalis – links with male infertility?
Researchers look into the sperm quality of infertile men carrying G. vaginalis.
Evidence for men carrying Gardnerella vaginalis in the urethra
A couple of older studies look at G. vaginalis in the urethras of men.
How gentian violet works
An old study examines gentian violet's antimicrobial properties against bacteria.
How men can help take responsibility for no babies
Be the boss of where your first-born comes from, understand why it's best to err on the side of caution when it comes to who you trust, and what to do with a full condom.
Pregnancy tests – how to get accurate results
Understanding the ins and outs of home pregnancy tests.