Urethral diverticula
Diverticulum is a shift in the position of the urethra due to the periurethral (Skene's glands) enlargement, possibly due to infection or an anatomical abnormality that manifests later in life.
Skene’s duct cysts or abscesses
Skene's duct cysts and abscesses can cause a range of symptoms including problems urinating.
Urethral cancer
Urethral cancer is an uncommon form of cancer, with its own set of challenges in diagnosing and treating because of its rarity. Urethral cancer has been reported in women from age about 19 onwards, but is most common in elderly women.
Urethral caruncles
Urethral caruncles are pink or red sores on the edge of the urethral opening which may bleed or cause pain, most common in postmenopausal women, less common in premenopausal women, and sometimes in children. Caruncles are benign.
Study: more Australian women using IUDs and implants
Researchers take a look at contraception trends in Australia.
Hidradenitis suppurativa
HS is a sweat gland condition that causes distressing symptoms that include abscesses and boils on the outer labia and other places.
Tetracyclines for non-antibiotic uses
Find out what actions tetracyclines have outside of their antibiotic properties.
Lymphogranuloma venereum (the ‘other’ chlamydia)
Lymphogranuloma venereum is an STI related to chlamydia that causes sores and blisters, and can cause irreversible damage to the rectum and other tissue if left untreated.
Orgasmic disorder – anorgasmia (Coughlan’s Syndrome)
Orgasmic disorder means an inability to orgasm (anorgasmia), an incomplete or small orgasm, or delayed orgasm.
Understanding persistent genital arousal disorder (PGAD) and genito-pelvic dysesthesia (GPD)
Persistent genital arousal is a condition whereby the genitals are in a state of hyperarousal at inopportune moments.
Study: vaginal and clitoral tissue changes with oestrogen levels (rabbits)
A rabbit study demonstrates changes in vaginal and clitoral tissue due to a lack of circulating oestrogens.
Experimental models for investigating female sexual function and dysfunction: a short review
A short review of experimental models for investigating female sexual arousal dysfunction.
What does it feel like for a girl? A flesh comparison
Ever wondered what a penis or clitoris feels like? You have what you need to find out!
Crohn’s disease impact on the vulva and vagina
Crohn's disease can also affect the vagina and vulva, however vulvovaginal or gynaecological symptoms in women may be missed, and can be hard to treat.
Vulvar seborrheic dermatitis
Seborrheic dermatitis on the vulva can occur for many reasons, but is uncommon because there aren't many sebaceous (oil-producing) gland around the area.
Allergic contact dermatitis on the vulva
Contact dermatitis can cause itching, dryness, redness and soreness of the vulva - the inner or outer labia, or clitoris and clitoral hood. Vulvar contact dermatitis is caused by something that touches your vulva, like laundry detergent in underwear, toilet paper, or douches.
Vulvar dermatitis
Here we present a discussion of the most common lichenoid conditions affecting the vulva, vagina, and perianal area according to a recent review by some of the top vulva specialists in the world.
Vulvovaginal-gingival lichen planus (or syndrome) (VVG-LP)
Vulvovaginal-gingival syndrome (or vulvovaginal-gingival lichen planus) is a rare variety of lichen planus affecting both the mouth and the vulva/vagina.
Vulvovaginal lichen planus (LP)
There are several different types of lichen planus, a lichenoid condition that can affect the vulva and the mouth. Lichen planus can affect keratinisation of the skin on any part of the body, causing thickening and hardening of skin.
Erosive lichen planus (ELP)
Erosive lichen planus is a chronic ulcerative condition of the mouth, vulva and vagina, being a different condition to cutaneous lichen planus. Erosive lichen planus causes ulcerations.