Year: 2021

The vagina is a significant organ in the female anatomy, responsible for expelling waste from the body, giving birth and providing pleasure – so why is it shrouded in mystery and, in some circles, linked to shame and embarrassment? From learning the correct terms for the parts of the female genitalia, to getting to know…

Like many sexual health issues, vaginal dryness seems like a taboo subject in many circles. However, it is a very common condition that affects both premenopausal and postmenopausal women of all ages. A range of different studies has revealed that more than 17% of premenopausal women experience vaginal dryness that affects sexual intercourse, while over…

In light of World Perimenopause Day (11th October), we look at the potential issues that someone with perimenopause may come across in relation to sex, and provide practical tips for achieving a healthier, more comfortable and fun sex life during this period and beyond. Perimenopause is the time leading up to menopause where your body…

You may have heard of a condition called vaginismus that affects women. Vaginismus is far more common than most women realise, but rarely talked about. In support of Vaginismus Awareness Day on the 15th of September 2021, we combat some unhelpful myths surrounding the condition, helping to break the stigma associated with it and increase…

The phrase ‘too much of a good thing’ can absolutely apply to sex – we know that too much sex or rough sex can cause small tears in the vaginal wall and increase the chance of bacterial infections – but what about abstaining from sex for a long period of time? For men, the effects…

Burning or stinging in your pubic region, of any kind, can be alarming. Instantly, your mind may conjure up the worst scenarios when, in fact, the cause could be something relatively harmless. To put your mind at ease, we have listed seven reasons why you may feel a burning or stinging sensation in your vagina…

Down’s syndrome is a lifelong condition that manifests during pregnancy, and is defined by the foetus acquiring an extra chromosome. Down’s syndrome occurs in approximately 1 in every 800 live births, making it one of the most common chromosomal abnormalities in pregnancy. People with Down’s syndrome can live long lives thanks to years of research…

We all know that menopause marks the end of your periods, but what happens to your vagina during menopause? Did you know that perimenopause and menopause can affect the way your vagina feels and performs? This group of symptoms is called genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), and although it doesn’t affect all menopausal women, it’s…

What can a pregnancy scan tell you about your baby? A pregnancy scan presents an exciting opportunity to see your baby and learn about its gender, size and due date. It can also be a little stressful if you are worried about any aspect of your pregnancy, or yours or your baby’s health. If you…

Attendance for cervical screenings has fallen year on year across the country, despite the fact that cervical cancer is the most common cancer in women under the age of 35. This worrying statistic has prompted the need for at-home testing for human papillomavirus (HPV), the virus that causes around 70% of cervical cancer cases, to…