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Vulvodynia is chronic pain or discomfort in the vulva, which are external female genitalia. The vulva includes the labia, clitoris, and vaginal opening.
Risk Factors
A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition.
The following factors are thought to increase the risk of vulvodynia:
* Recurrent yeast infections
* Frequent use of antibiotics
* Irritation to the genitals by soaps or detergents
* Genital rashes
I tend to think our society is entirely oversexed, but when I found this story, I needed to share.
The interesting revelation here is that there are actual people out there asking asking intelligent questions and looking for interesting answers related to sex. (Anything to escape the tired bump-and-grind, supercheese sexual images we're used to, right?) In fact, some of the information is downright quirky.
Why do women suffer from more frequent and serious complications from STDs than men? Share with us what you've learned regarding the physical and emotional difficulties in living with (or temporarily experiencing) an STD/STI.
Here's a list of the most common STDs from the Centers for Disease Control along with links to sites where you can find more information.
What age do you think it is appropriate to talk to kids about sexuality? What topics do you discuss, and who does the talking? What has changed between your parents' generation, your generation and your child's generation, in relation to human sexuality and relationships?
Dr. Marty Klein, a well-known author, counselor and sex expert (Watch for exclusive EmpowHer.com video in the next day or two.) says monogamy has failed. Do you agree or disagree? Why?
