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An STI That Really Stinks–Trichomoniasis

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Trichomoniasis, or “trich” for short, is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI). One of the unpleasant symptoms can be a very strong fishy odor.

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All About Pee–Why that Color? What’s That Smell?

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Here’s a fun fact: our pee is a sunny color because one of the waste product chemicals that end up in our urine is yellow–it’s called urobilin.

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What Not to Put in Your Vagina

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Are you wondering about jade eggs, also known as yoni eggs and whether inserting them into the vagina is a time-honored tradition?

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What Does Your Vaginal Discharge Mean?

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We’re going to talk about the 10 most asked questions about vaginal discharge.

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IUD Removal

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Removing IUDs is an easy procedure that can be done in a clinician’s office and usually involves minimal pain.

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Vaginal Steaming? What the…?

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The proponents of vaginal steaming claim that the moisture, heat, and herbs, (often basil, mugwort, rosemary, and wormwood) nourish vaginal tissues and the perineum, promoting healing of many reproductive organ ailments.

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Cervical Health

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What’s the cervix and where is it?

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Vulvodynia – Pain Down There

A very challenging condition women come to me with is pain around their labia, vagina, and genital region

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Kegel Exercise: How To

Are you like millions of women who leak urine? Do you know where every bathroom is in a 5-mile radius of your house?

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Do You Have Normal Periods?

There are 1.4 million women in the US who are experiencing excessive, heavy menstrual bleeding, known as Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB).

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This blog is intended solely to serve as a resource to health information and to provide you with basic information about the symptoms, cautions, and nutritional concerns related to all aspects of health. This blog does not provide a comprehensive explanation of all aspects of any health condition or concern or even those aspects that are discussed in this blog. This blog is not intended to be—and you should not use it as—a substitute for medical advice or health care given by a licensed health care provider. Be sure to see a licensed health care provider to help ensure your health and the health and well-being of your family.

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This blog is intended solely to serve as a resource to health information and to provide you with basic information about the symptoms, cautions, and nutritional concerns related to all aspects of health. This blog does not provide a comprehensive explanation of all aspects of any health condition or concern or even those aspects that are discussed in this blog. This blog is not intended to be—and you should not use it as—a substitute for medical advice or health care given by a licensed health care provider. Be sure to see a licensed health care provider to help ensure your health and the health and well-being of your family.

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