Vaginitis' describes itchiness, soreness and swelling in and around the vagina, caused by any number of factors ...

Itchiness anywhere is unpleasant, but when the feeling is “down there,” it can be especially awkward to navigate — not to mention difficult to interpret. “A lot of people say ‘vaginal itchiness,’ when ...

Sarah Cigna, MD, sees patients every week with vulvovaginal pain and vulvar dermatoses. She’s an ob.gyn. with a focus on sexual health — often the first physician seen by patients with vulvar pain or ...

Experiencing a burning sensation when you urinate, during intimacy or even just when sitting down can set off alarm bells in your head. Is it a vaginal infection? Should I call my doctor? First things ...

Your vagina may be itchy if you have an allergy to an irritant like soap, detergent, and more. Itchiness may also be the result of a yeast infection, which also causes white discharge. STIs, vaginal ...

Having an irritated vulva is, at best, distracting. At worst, it can be really painful—not to mention confusing. Like, what’s going on with your vulva to make this happen? Is there some cosmic reason ...

Baking soda, probiotics, and antifungal creams are just a few of the home remedies that can help relieve your vaginal itching. Douches and feminine hygiene sprays are not on the list. Share on ...

Nothing can be as uncomfortable and disturbing as an itch down there. A stubborn itch that will not go away. As uncomfortable as it is, the vaginal itch is pretty common among women. The vaginal itch, ...

The appearance of vulvar cancer will vary depending on the type. In general, signs of vulvar cancer can include moles, lumps, or bumps on the vulva, flakiness or thickening of the skin in that area, ...