Despite what certain advertisements for vaginal products may claim, there’s no reason for one’s vagina to be flower-scented. It’s totally OK for vaginas to have a smell, thanks to bacteria, sweat, ...

Now that the condition is known to spread sexually, there are steps you and your partner can take to prevent it.

It’s the year 2026, and yet vaginal health is the least discussed, and often surrounded by confusion, embarrassment, and ...

Cancer can affect any part of the body, including the reproductive system. When surgeons have to remove part or all of the vagina due to cancer, reconstruction surgery offers a way to maintain vaginal ...

Vaginal ulcers can be caused by STIs, injuries, or underlying conditions. Symptoms may include bumps, unusual discharge, and pain during urination or intercourse. Treatment depends on the cause and ...

Skin tags can grow in many places of the body, including the vaginal area. Vaginal skin tags are not caused by an STD but can cause STD-like symptoms in certain cases. Is this cause for concern? Skin ...

Dr. Streicher is an associate clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. Women of all ages can experience the sandpapery sensation known ...

Vaginal flora are healthy bacteria that help prevent vaginal infections. Maintaining a suitable pH balance is essential for protecting vaginal flora. Avoiding douching and following a varied and ...

Is sex supposed to hurt? It shouldn't, say experts. (Photo illustration: Aisha Yousaf/Yahoo News; photo: Getty Images) If sex is uncomfortable or even painful for you, it's understandable to wonder if ...

When vaginal itch occurs, you may assume that you have a yeast infection. But think twice before you dash to the store for an over-the-counter (OTC) antifungal remedy. If you try to treat the ...

Muscle cramps and pelvic pain are often high on the list of uncomfortable health issues—but when these symptoms combine with vaginal cramps, you may start to worry. While cramps can be completely ...

Winter weather can trigger vaginal dryness as low humidity, heaters, reduced water intake, hormonal shifts and tight clothing ...