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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

It is hardly talked of but vaginal dryness is more common than most think as many women endure this irritating yet treatable symptom of pregnancy during their first or third trimester when less ...

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, ...

Your crotch might be trying to tell you something, and it’s not just that your jeans are too tight. “Vulvar skin is not fragile — it’s responsive,” Dr. Keira Barr, a board-certified dermatologist ...

Can’t stop itching down there? Vaginal itching can be uncomfortable and even distressing, but it’s a common issue many women face at some point in their lives. It’s important to remember you’re not ...