Understanding and treating vulvodynia
Vulvodynia is a vulvar pain condition with a variety of causes, and thus a variety of treatments.
Anatomical variations and differences in sexual development
Anatomical abnormalities take many shapes and forms, ranging from completely missing vagina, ovaries or uterus, to an extra set of genitals or reproductive organs.
Lichen sclerosus (LS)
Lichen sclerosus is an autoimmune skin condition of the vulva and anal area that can range from minor itching and skin thickening, to serious scarring and the fusing of the labia and clitoris.
Lichenoid conditions
There are several lichenoid conditions that affect the skin on the vulva and vagina, and sometimes the perineum and anal area. Lichenoid skin conditions are an immune-related, possibly autoimmune disease that requires monitoring and treatment during flare-ups.
Sjogren’s syndrome
Sjögren's syndrome is a condition whereby all the moisture-producing glands in the body dry up. This can cause some problems in the vagina, since moisture is an integral part of the function of the vagina.
Understanding and treating scleroderma
Scleroderma is a skin-hardening autoimmune condition that can affect the vagina and vulva, as well as the rest of the body. The condition can make using your vagina and vulva more challenging, including sex.
Osteopathy for vaginal and pelvic complaints
Osteopathy works on your muscles, ligaments and bones to get them back into alignment. This can make incredible differences to stress urinary incontinence, pelvic floor weakness, and other structural issues.
Osteopathy and the pelvis
Pelvic massage is an underappreciated therapy for many pelvic and vaginal conditions, involving manipulating structural issues and increasing blood flow.
Acupuncture for vaginal, vulvar and pelvic problems in women
Acupuncture is a useful tool for helping the body to boost its resources when dealing with chronic vulvovaginal issues and pelvic pain.
Reflexology for vaginal and pelvic problems
Reflexology is a useful tool for relieving symptoms of many different vulvovaginal, urinary tract and pelvic problems, even temporarily. It's free and anyone can learn it. Here we provide an overview and instructions for at-home reflexology.
Painkillers for when your vagina is in killer pain
Pain can strike the vagina, vulva or other areas for many reasons. Find out how to relieve pain when relieving the cause of the pain isn't an option.
Urethral pain syndrome: urine test negative, symptoms persist
Urethral syndrome is inflammation and irritation of the urethra, but without evidence of infection, with negative test results.
Hymen injuries in children
Hymenal injuries in children typically heal very quickly, often without scarring. If your child has a torn hymen, it's important to know why and have her examined to ensure there is no internal injury.
The physical effects of sexual abuse in children
Navigating child sexual abuse as a parent or caregiver.
Treating the mind to treat the body
Your body and brain are not separate entities, and you need to treat them as one organism. Find out how to free yourself of limiting beliefs and behaviours that make life less enjoyable than it should be.
How children’s vaginas differ from adult women’s
Children's vaginas are different to women's, and this needs to be taken into account when treating them. Find out what the differences are and how to adapt.
STIs in children
Statistics show that about 10% of sexually abused children have an STI.
Children’s yeast infections
Young girls rarely get vaginal yeast infections, but if they do, we have a couple of solutions for you to get rid of it and treat the cause.
Children’s UTIs
Treatment of a UTI in a young girl is going to depend on how bad the infection is.
How your natural immunity affects your vagina
Your immunity has a lot more to do with your gut than you think, because they are both raw mucous membranes, they both rely heavily on beneficial microflora, and they both provide a barrier function to invaders.