Most women experience some kind of genital infection or irritation at least once in their life.
These conditions can be uncomfortable and embarrassing but most of them are treatable. Although it can be hard to talk about what goes on ‘down there’, it’s important to get medical help because many of these conditions can become much bigger problems if they are not treated.
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Your vulva & vaginaYour vagina is the passage inside your body that connects your uterus (or womb) to the outside of your body. Your vulva is the name for the genitals on the outside of your body.
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Vulva & vagina problemsThere are a number of conditions which may affect your vulva and vagina. Some may cause only minor discomfort, others pain and irritation. Most are easily treatable so ask your doctor for help and advice.
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