In-Depth
Vaginal atrophy
Symptoms
- Painful intercourse (dyspareunia) Painful intercourse (dyspareunia) — Comprehensive overview covers diagnosis, treatment of this sexual problem.
- Vaginal dryness Vaginal dryness — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes and treatment of this common, uncomfortable condition.
- Urinary incontinence Urinary incontinence — Comprehensive overview covers causes, treatment of loss of bladder control.
- Vagina: What's normal, what's not Vagina — Understand the factors that affect your vagina and how to identify vaginal problems.
Tests and diagnosis
- Pap smear Pap smear — Overview covers risks, results of this cervical cancer detection procedure.
- Pelvic exam Pelvic exam — Overview covers definition, what to expect and results of this procedure.
- Urinalysis Urinalysis — Overview covers definition, preparation and results of this common laboratory test.
Causes
- Menopause Menopause — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment options and self-care measures.
- Perimenopause Perimenopause — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment, self-care of this life transition for women.
Complications
- Vaginitis Vaginitis — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment of this inflammation of the vagina.
Treatments and drugs
- Cancer treatment for women: Possible sexual side effects Cancer treatment can cause physical changes in women that make having sex more difficult.
Prevention
- Sexual health and aging: Keep the passion alive Sexual feelings don't disappear as you age. Here's how to keep the flame burning.


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