Vaginal burning is relatively common — but it can also be a helpful sign from the body that something is amiss. "Vaginal or vulvar burning is a very common symptom people can feel when the skin on or ...

Medically reviewed by Cordelia Nwankwo, MD Vaginal ulcers can be caused by STIs, injuries, or underlying conditions. Symptoms may include bumps, unusual discharge, and pain during urination or ...

It’s not uncommon to have vulvar discomfort, itching, or pain at some point, especially during your period. The vulva is the outer part of the genitalia in people with a vagina. It includes the outer ...

So it feels like your vagina is on fire. Let me first say, I’m so sorry you’re here. You might initially assume you’re dealing with a yeast infection—it’s just the vagina problem with the best PR. And ...

Vulvar ulcers are sores that affect the vulva, which is the external part of the female genitalia. These sores may be very painful, or they may not hurt at all. Most vulvar ulcers are caused by ...

Inspection of the vulva is an essential part of a complete pelvic examination, and yet the area is often overlooked or given only a very cursory examination by clinicians. For their part, patients can ...