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Vaginal Health
How Botox Is Used to Treat Vaginismus
Typically a cosmetic treatment, Botox is also used to treat some sexual health conditions.
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What Are the Early Signs of Cervical Cancer?
By Ashley Broadwater
Early detection can increase your survival rate—so what symptoms should you watch for?
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Vaginal Health
Is Your Vagina Too Tight?
By Hannah Shewan Stevens
Vaginal tightness could be a warning sign of hypertonic pelvic floor.
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Vaginal Health
Can Bacterial Vaginosis Be Transmitted Sexually? Research Says Yes
By Edgary Rodríguez R.
Bacterial imbalance in the vagina may transmit to male partners and cause reinfection in women.
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Vaginal Health
What Are Vaginal Cysts and Do They Go Away?
By Reniel Anca
Feeling a lump in your vagina? Here's what to do next.

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The FDA mandated new research on this controversial treatment after banning it in 2019.
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Does a Splash Pregnancy Have a Decent Rate of Success?
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Sjögren's syndrome can lead to decreased moisture and impaired health in women.
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By Ashley Broadwater
If you're set on an insertive menstrual product, make a game plan.