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      STIs & STDs - Sexually Transmitted Infections & Diseases -Types, Symptoms, DiagnosisSTIs & STDs - Sexually Transmitted Infections & Diseases -Types, Symptoms, DiagnosisWhat are STIs (sexually transmitted infections)? Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) refer to the infections that are transmitted through sexual contact, either vaginal, anal or oral, upon engaging in unprotected sexual activities. Some STIs like syphilis or herpes can be transferred through kissing as well. People...
      Stigma around DivorceStigma around DivorceMarriages are built on the foundation of love, trust and respect and when either of these factors begin to lose its way, the marriage starts disintegrating in bits and pieces. Later, what follows is a nightmare, leading to the “D” word. In India, divorce is...
      Stigma around MiscarriageStigma around MiscarriageIt’s said that one of the most challenging, albeit enriching experiences in a woman’s life is when she becomes a mother. Nature works in such a way that only a woman can bring a child into this world after carrying a foetus for nine months...
      FSH Levels: Follicle-Stimulating Hormone Function in FertilityFSH Levels: Follicle-Stimulating Hormone Function in FertilityWhat is the follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)? There is a small gland situated inside your head, which is known as the anterior pituitary gland. The follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is released by this gland in response to a hormone secreted by the hypothalamus known as the gonadotropin-releasing...
      Sticky Vaginal Discharge – All You Need to KnowSticky Vaginal Discharge – All You Need to KnowMany people experience bloating before period and vaginal discharge. Pain in the lower tummy and around the belly button is called cramping. It is common to have some discharge from the Vagina or Cervix. Normal vaginal discharge varies in consistency from sticky and milky white...
      Can You Get Your Period and Still Be Pregnant in the First Month?Can You Get Your Period and Still Be Pregnant in the First Month?Why do you get periods in the first place? Menstruation or periods is a phenomenon that occurs in every female with a properly functioning reproductive system and is a necessary condition in order to get pregnant. Every month, the ovary releases an egg that plants...
      The Stigma Around Female Masturbation, and Why We Need to Break ItThe Stigma Around Female Masturbation, and Why We Need to Break It  Do women really masturbate? Contrary to popular belief, most women have known the pleasures of masturbation. Globally in a UK survey, 95% of female respondents were found to have masturbated and even in a country like India where it is a great taboo to...
      Female Condom vs Male Condom - Effectiveness, advantages, and tipsFemale Condom vs Male Condom - Effectiveness, advantages, and tipsHow useful are condoms as a contraceptive? Condoms are one of the most widely used methods of contraception and are the only contraceptive that can provide protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). When used correctly, they can provide over 90% effectiveness in guarding against unwanted...
      Netflix & Women: Lessons From Sex EducationNetflix & Women: Lessons From Sex EducationThe hyped about Netflix show is only 3 seasons old and yet it has managed to talk more about sex and sex education than all our collective schools and colleges. Perhaps, the very reason for its proclivity amongst everyone is the very reason that it...
      Is It Just A Period Cramp Or Do You Have Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?Is It Just A Period Cramp Or Do You Have Pelvic Inflammatory Disease?Table of Contents What Is PID?  Risk Factors Of PID Symptoms & Diagnosis Of PID?  Complications Of PID Prevention Of PID  Treatment Of PID Period cramps are a regularly occurring phenomenon as long as menstruation is concerned. These cramps that originate in our vagina are...
      Genital Herpes - Causes, Symptoms, and TreatmentGenital Herpes - Causes, Symptoms, and TreatmentWhat is genital herpes? Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STI) that causes sores and fluid-filled bumps around the vagina that can sometimes burst open to ooze liquid. It occurs in around 16% of people under the age bracket of...
      Blue Waffle Disease - Is Blue Waffle a Real STD?Blue Waffle Disease - Is Blue Waffle a Real STD?  About Blue Waffle Disease  Back in 2010, a picture showing a scabbed, blue-tinted labia, that was seemingly infected, took the internet by storm. The graphic photo was claimed to be that of a vagina infected by an STD known as the ‘blue waffle disease’.  Further,...
      Itchy Vagina During Period - Causes & TreatmentItchy Vagina During Period - Causes & TreatmentTable of Contents Probable causes of itchy vagina after period Itching during periods home remedies & medical treatment When should you see a doctor? Related Article You may have noticed that during your periods, your vagina becomes prone to itchiness and this can be a highly...
      Bartholin’s Cyst - Causes, Symptoms & How To Heal It?Bartholin’s Cyst - Causes, Symptoms & How To Heal It?Table of Contents What Leads To The Formation Of A Bartholin’s Cyst?  What Are The Symptoms Of A Bartholin’s Cyst?  How Can A Bartholin’s Cyst Be Diagnosed?  Treatment For Bartholin’s Cyst Surrounding the vagina is a set of pea-sized glands that help with its lubrication...
      Everything You Need To Know About Vaginal EczemaEverything You Need To Know About Vaginal EczemaTable of Contents What Is Vaginal Eczema?  What Can Cause Vaginal Eczema?  Symptoms Of Vaginal Eczema How Is Vulvar Eczema Diagnosed?  Treatment & Home Remedies For Vulvar Dermatitis Itching around the vagina is very common especially after shaving, excessive use of pads, or even using...
      Vaginal Douching - Yay or Nay?Vaginal Douching - Yay or Nay?Should We Use Douching To Clean Our Vaginas?  We might think that our vaginas need some cleaning and one way to actually do it is through vaginal douching. A douche is a device used to spray water into the body or the vagina to ensure vaginal irrigation...
      Understanding Period SexUnderstanding Period SexCan a woman indulge in sex during periods? While many people may have you believe that sex during periods isn’t right, but on the contrary, it’s absolutely safe. And, unless you are squeamish at the sight of blood, there is nothing wrong with sex during...
      Can You Have Menstrual Cramps After Your Period?Can You Have Menstrual Cramps After Your Period?Cramps before or during periods is actually a very common PMS symptom that is experienced by anywhere from 16-91% of menstruators. But, sometimes it can so be that you experience these cramps after your periods have ended and this can happen due to a variety...
      White Discharge Before Periods: Causes and Things to Know!White Discharge Before Periods: Causes and Things to Know!Table of Contents What is it and is it normal? What’s normally causing white discharge before periods? Any causes that you should be worried about? When should you consider seeing a doctor? How do you keep your vaginal flora healthy? What is it and is...
      Does Female Masturbation Cause Infertility?Does Female Masturbation Cause Infertility?Table of Contents What is masturbation? Which hormonal influxes take place when you masturbate?  Benefits of masturbation Myths about masturbation Does masturbation have effects on ovulation?  Can masturbation have an influence on fertility? The bottom line Plugin Author? How does an analogy of a solo...
      Vaginal Smell: Everything You Need to KnowVaginal Smell: Everything You Need to Know  Is it natural to have a vaginal smell? If commercials had you believe that your vagina should be smelling like freshly bloomed flowers, then you couldn’t be farther from the truth. Considering the natural smell of a healthy vagina, it smells somewhat musky or...