Unsurprisingly, it can be embarrassing to talk about vaginal odor. Even so, a lot of women suffer from vaginal odor at some point in their life. Often it can be because of an infection and the smell occurs due to an imbalance of the pH levels within the vagina. While you will need to see a professional doctor if you suspect something…
Bacterial vaginosis, or BV for short, is a very common condition that affects the vagina. In many cases, this condition is asymptomatic, which means that many people who have it are not even aware that they do. A study done back in 2007 even found that of the 3,700 participants in a study (all aged between 14–49), 29.2% of them had BV.…
Vaginal infections happen, whether it is caused by bacterial vaginosis, thrush, or something else entirely. When it does happen, you can use a vaginal suppository to treat the issue. You may have heard of them in passing, but what are vaginal suppositories? A vaginal suppository is a hard supplement or a form of medication that is inserted directly into the vagina. The…
For many women, strengthening the vaginal muscles is important. It could be because sex is not as enjoyable as it once was, or because you have had a baby, the pelvic floor muscles are now weaker. This can make it easier to pee a little when you laugh, or sneeze, due to the weak pelvic floor. The pelvic floor muscles are responsible…
The vagina is a sensitive and delicate part of the female body, and it can sometimes become overly tight or uncomfortable. This can be due to a variety of causes, including psychological issues such as anxiety, physical issues such as hormonal changes, or even medical conditions like vaginismus. Fortunately, there are ways to help relieve tightness in the vagina without having to…
Vaginal infections can be highly uncomfortable, and if you suffer from them frequently, they can seriously affect your quality of life. Quick and effective treatment is necessary to ensure you can enjoy life without irritation. Boric acid has long been used to treat various infections. Boric acid suppositories have been shown to act as an effective treatment for vaginitis. Affordable and easy…
The vagina is a very sensitive organ. Vaginas have a very delicate pH balance, and it is actually self regulating. This means that it keeps itself clean and healthy. However, many things can disrupt the pH balance of your vagina. When the pH balance of the vagina is disrupted, you can be more prone to infections and ailments. Bacterial Vaginosis is one…
It is normal and healthy for the vagina to produce discharge. In fact, it is something that happens that many of us do not even think about. This is because healthy discharge causes no concern. Vaginal discharge is there to help us stay free of infections, but it also cleans the vagina and removes old cells from the cervix and the vagina. …
