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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Vaginal dryness can occur at any time during a woman’s adult life, but it is most common duringperimenopause, menopause, and when a woman is breastfeeding. Vaginal dryness may result in intermittent or constant discomfort, and it can cause sex to be painful. Usually, it can be treated with over-the-counter remedies or rethinking some self-care practices, but vaginal dryness can also be a sign of a health problem requiring medical attention....

This mildly acidic environment helps protect against infection. So do the other substances they produce. These bacteria are an important part of a healthy vaginal ecosystem. Portra / Getty Images Why Vaginal Flora Is Important A hallmark ofbacterial vaginosis(BV) is the disruption of this normal vaginal flora and a loss of lactobacilli. This can not only be unpleasant in and of itself. It can also leave a woman more susceptible to HIV and other sexually transmitted infections....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsTypesConsiderationsHow to UseOther Treatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Types Considerations How to Use Other Treatments Vaginal lubricantsare used to reduce friction and make sexual intercourse more pleasurable, especially in people withvaginal drynessor who havepain with sex. Even so, there are pros and cons to the different lubricants available online and in stores. For instance, certain lubricants containingnonoxynol-9can help prevent pregnancy but end up causing vaginal irritation....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentComplicationsDiagnosisWhen to See a ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Complications Diagnosis When to See a Provider Frequently Asked Questions All vaginas have an odor, including healthy ones. Hormones, sweat,normal bacteria, the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, sex, and even daily habits like what you eat and wear can all influence healthy vaginal odor. This article will discuss common vaginal odors, when to see a healthcare provider, and how to treat vaginal odor if necessary....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types and Uses Sizing and Preparation Possible Side Effects A vaginal pessary is a soft, flexible device that supports pelvic structures and is usually used to treatpelvic organ prolapse, although it has a number of other benefits. The downside of a pessary is that it can cause pain and may interfere with sexual intercourse. Different forms of pessaries have been used since ancient times....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It Feels and LooksPossible Causes Without ItchingPossible Causes With ItchingHome TreatmentsSeeing a ProviderPrescribed MedicationsManaging Chronic Vaginal Rash Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Feels and Looks Possible Causes Without Itching Possible Causes With Itching Home Treatments Seeing a Provider Prescribed Medications Managing Chronic Vaginal Rash A vaginal rash typically refers to a rash involving thevulva. It may affect the inside or outside of the labia folds....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are They?EffectivenessMedical NecessityFinancialsSide EffectsProviders Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are They? Effectiveness Medical Necessity Financials Side Effects Providers “Vaginal rejuvenation” is an umbrella term—often used in marketing—to refer to various surgical and nonsurgical treatments that change the aesthetics (look, function, or feel) of the female genitalia. While there is some overlap with medically necessary procedures, vaginal rejuvenation is typically an elective cosmetic procedure....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesDiagnosisWhen to Get HelpTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Diagnosis When to Get Help Treatment This article explains the potential causes and symptoms of vaginal skin peeling, along with how it is diagnosed and treated. Verywell / Laura Porter What Causes Vaginal Skin Peeling? Multiple conditions may lead tovulvitis(inflammation of the vulva) orvaginitis(inflammation of the vagina). Six potential causes of vaginal skin peeling include the following:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAllergyIrritantsVaginal TraumaYeast InfectionSTIsPregnancyBacterial VaginosisVaginal CystsWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Allergy Irritants Vaginal Trauma Yeast Infection STIs Pregnancy Bacterial Vaginosis Vaginal Cysts When to See a Provider There are a number of reasons why someone might experience vaginal swelling. The swelling of thevaginamay be a natural response to sexual arousal or pregnancy. Or, it may be the result ofvaginal irritation, allergy, trauma....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeaningCauses and TriggersDiagnosisSelf-CareTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Meaning Causes and Triggers Diagnosis Self-Care Treatment Coping Vaginismusis when vaginal muscles tighten involuntarily, causing painful or difficult vaginal penetration. It can affect your experience getting pelvic exams, menstruation, sex, and your mental health. Research estimates between 1% and 7% of women have vaginismus, but this is likely a low estimate due to underreporting; experts estimate that the prevalence is closer to 17%....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment A diagnostic test (such as a culture) can identify the cause of vaginitis. Treatment is tailored to the cause of vaginitis and can include prescription antibiotics, antifungals, or lotions. This article discusses what vaginitis is, as well as its causes and symptoms. It also covers how the condition is diagnosed and treated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesBenefitsProcedurePreparationCostRecoveryRisksLifestyle ChangesSeeking Medical CareNext in Vaginoplasty GuideNeovagina Surgery: Types of Vaginoplasty Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Benefits Procedure Preparation Cost Recovery Risks Lifestyle Changes Seeking Medical Care Next in Vaginoplasty Guide Vaginoplastyis a surgical procedure that repairs or constructs a vagina. Cisgender women and people assigned female at birth may undergo a vaginoplasty to address vaginal injuries from medical conditions like vaginal cancer or conditions present at birth, such as vaginal agenesis (absence of a vagina at birth)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits of SurgeryPossible Future SurgeriesLifestyle AdjustmentsNext in Vaginoplasty GuideVaginoplasty: Everything You Need to Know Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits of Surgery Possible Future Surgeries Lifestyle Adjustments Next in Vaginoplasty Guide Vaginoplasty—also called transfeminine bottom surgery—is a gender-affirming surgery that entails creating a new vagina (called a “neovagina”), usually from the inverted skin and tissue of the penis. Most patients are satisfied with the outcome of the surgery, feeling more physically and emotionally comfortable with their bodies....