It’s bound to happen sometimes: Vacations, holidays, or just plain old fun times often fall during your menstrual cycle. While stopping periods altogether isn’t typically recommended (it requires a prescription), some simple methods can speed up your flow and shorten your cycles. Here are several ways to get rid of those pesky cramps and make …
Are you a woman who wants to use a menstrual cup? If so, you may be wondering if it’s safe for your body and can it cause a yeast infection? In this article, we’ll discuss the safety and possible causes of yeast infection when using a menstrual cup. What is a menstrual cup? A menstrual …
A pink discharge might sound pretty, but that doesn’t stop it from ringing alarm bells if you don’t know what it means. Rest assured — we’ve got the answers. What does Pink discharge look like? Discharge with a pink tinge or pink flecks. Is Pink discharge a problem? There’s a good chance there’s absolutely nothing …
It might come as a shock if you spot a yellow discharge on your underwear or when you wipe. But don’t panic — here’s everything you need to know. What does Yellow discharge look like? Anything from the slightest tinge to saturated yellow — think off-white to sunflower bright. Is Yellow discharge a problem? …
Ever noticed grey stains on your underwear or toilet paper and wondered why? Wonder no more! Here’s what you need to know. What does Grey discharge look like? Grey-ish white or grey in color. Plus, you might notice the texture has changed too, becoming either thinner and more watery or thicker than usual. …
It’s pretty surprising how many colors your discharge can be, huh? Here’s what you need to know if you see green…. What does it look like? Green (obviously!), but it might have a different texture too — thicker, thinner, more textured, frothy, or foamy. Is green discharge a problem? The truth is that most often …
Vaginal Discharge has a bit of a bad rap – which is unfair because it’s actually a super smart way for our bodies to tell us how they’re feeling. Clear, stringy, thick, white, creamy, opaque… these kinds of discharge are typically a sign that everything’s running smoothly. And we should be thankful to our vaginas …
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Yeast infection (candidiasis) can become chronic under certain conditions (low immunity and diabetes, for example). If you have had candidiasis four or more times during a year, this suggests a recurrent or chronic yeast infection. This type of yeast infection is much more difficult to cure. To treat a chronic or recurrent yeast infection, it’s …
You’d be surprised how many of my patients didn’t realize they have uterine fibroids. The thing is, about half of people with fibroids don’t experience any symptoms, and many never need treatment. Some people with uterine fibroids do experience symptoms on occasion, including heavy periods, pain or discomfort during sex, and feeling like they need …
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If you have a yeast infection (candidiasis), it’s better to abstain from sex. Although candidiasis isn’t a sexually transmitted infection, there is a risk of infecting a partner with weak immunity during unprotected intercourse. In addition, having sex can cause microtraumas to your inflamed vaginal tissue, which may aggravate the condition. A yeast infection is …
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