Tagged ‘Vulva’
Treatment For Lichen Sclerosus
One of the earliest changes is that the oil glands on the labia minora start to fade and disappear and the labia minora seem to become attached to the inside surface of the labia majora. With time they may disappear completely. Whitening of the skin is very common and some areas become thick and firm. Very prominent blood vessels, called telangiectasia, can be present on the surface and sometim... More »
Hygiene And The Vulva
We are often taught that 'squeaky clean' skin is the way to go! In the same way, because the vulva is a moist area where natural fluids are produced and urine and faeces may be present, many women feel that they must apply this 'squeaky clean' philosophy even more strictly to their vulvas. I never cease to be amazed and sometimes horrified by what women do to themselves in the mistaken belief t... More »
Thrush – Causes, Treatment, Symptoms
Our vulvas and vaginas normally contain a lot of bacteria and a small amount of the yeast Candida. These organisms comprise what is known as the 'normal flora'. In other words having them there is OK, it is the normal state of affairs. Potentially problem-causing bacteria can be easily introduced into the vagina from the nearby anus. Our vagina fortunately has its own defences to guard against ... More »
