The vagina is a pretty remarkable thing. Among its many talents is the ability to self-clean. Leave the vagina to its own devices and it will generally flush out the bad to keep itself in good condition. The vulva might not clean itself, but warm water is all you need to stay fresh. Intimate washes claim differently. Intimate washes are often marketed…
The area around our bikini zone and the vagina is one of the most sensitive spots on a woman’s body. This can be a great advantage for pleasure but it also increases the risk of infections. Bacterial vaginosis is one of the most common types of infection that women can get but what happens with untreated bacterial vaginosis? Not only does BV…
Good vaginal health and pH balance are essential for maintaining overall physical and mental well-being. Unfortunately, many people are not aware of the foods that can help maintain a healthy environment for their vaginas. This article will provide an overview of the best foods to eat to keep your vagina healthy and in balance. We’ll discuss how these foods can improve vaginal…
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common condition that many people with vaginas will experience at least once in their lifetime. It can be uncomfortable and even distressing, as common symptoms of BV include itchiness and burning. However, for some people, BV will present no symptoms at all! BV occurs when the bacterial balance in the vagina is thrown out of sync. This…
Women can struggle with a range of medical conditions, especially those concerning the vagina. The vaginal area can be sensitive, and prone to many medical conditions. You may have heard of bacterial vaginosis, vaginitis and other conditions before, but you may not have come across ‘vaginismus’ before. Vaginismus is a vaginal condition that affects up to 1% of the female population, but…
Vulva itching can be one of the most painful, annoying things to experience, but finding relief from it is dependent on what caused the itching to occur in the first place. While some origins of vulva itching must have medical or antibiotic treatment, some other causes can be relieved with simple home remedies. Curious? Today we will talk about what vulva itching…
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.…
