How to take care of your milk kefir
Learn how to take care of your milk kefir grains and get the most out of them every day. Clear instructions and FAQs.
Perineoplasty
The perineoplasty procedure is used to either tighten, loosen or cosmetically augment the perineal area between the anus and the vaginal opening.
Vulvodynia
Vulvodynia is a vulvar pain condition that may have its roots in several different areas, with treatments varying between cases.
Medicines that affect your libido
Some medications will have a negative impact on your sexual appetites, arousal, and ability to orgasm.
How tampons work
Tampons are convenient, but they can also have unwanted effects on your vagina.
The vulvectomy
Vulvectomy is the surgical removal of all or parts of the vulva, as part of treating a disease that has not responded to other treatments. A vulvectomy is a serious operation where the inner and outer labia, clitoris, and lymph nodes of the groin are removed.
Understanding and managing dyspareunia
Dyspareunia is the medical term for painful sex, however this pain may have a variety of causes. Painful penetration can occur at the entrance to the vagina, or deep inside, or both.
Understanding and treating pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Discover the causes, symptoms, and treatments of PID, and why it can be hard to treat. We offer effective some non-drug teatment options.
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.
Living with 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.