Medically reviewed by Cordelia Nwankwo, MD Key Takeaways Vaginal prolapse happens when the vaginal wall weakens and ...

You can get cuts or tears inside the vaginal tissues and on the external genital tissues (the vulva). Symptoms include pain, bleeding, swelling, bruising, and problems sitting or walking. Tears range ...

Vaginal pain can be caused by a yeast infection if it is accompanied by itching and white discharge. If you are also experiencing pain during sex, it could be a sign of dryness or an STI. If you have ...

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 ...

Muscle cramps and pelvic pain are often high on the list of uncomfortable health issues—but when these symptoms combine with vaginal cramps, you may start to worry. While cramps can be completely ...

Between 27 and 84% of postmenopausal women experience moderate to severe vaginal discomfort. This common discomfort can be remedied with local application of lubricants, moisturizers, or estrogen ...

A woman with impeccable personal habits has a chronic malodorous discharge. Antibiotics yield transient resolution. She has tried gentian violet applied to her vagina and cervix to no avail. Her ...

Atrophic vaginitis is typically associated with the hypoestrogenic state of menopause. However, lactation also decreases estrogen levels and can cause symptomatic urogenital atrophy. Discussion of ...