Center for Young Women's Health
Lately, when I masturbate I noticed I am not getting as “wet” as did before. When I finish, it’s dryer than usual. Is this normal? Should I go to the doctor?Thanks for your question! The “wet” feeling you have when you masturbate is the vagina’s natural lubricant. The vagina gets wet when you are become aroused or “turned on.” Natural … read more
Articles Tagged: vaginal health
I am a virgin, but sometimes when I’m doing jumping jacks, it sounds like my vagina is clapping. Why does this happen? Can I make it stop?
Thank you for your question. Our bodies can make a lot of different sounds, sometimes they’re funny and other times they’re downright embarrassing. Either way, it’s important to remember you’re … read more
Is it normal for my inner and/or outer labia (lips of the vagina) to be itchy and peeling?
There are a lot of different reasons why someone might experience vaginal itchiness and peeling. That being said, a great place to start is by scheduling an appointment to see … read more
My vagina is itchy, dry and it burns sometimes. I’m a virgin and masturbate so I’m wondering if I could have an STD?
Great question, thank you. It is unlikely that you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) if you have not had sex. Sexually transmitted infections can only be shared by having … read more
I have a lump on my vulva during my period. What is it?
Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to know what your lump is or the cause without seeing it. Most of the time, there is no need for concern; … read more
I’ve had a weird sensation while I urinate for about a week now. I am worried. What could the problem be?
Thanks for your question. Possible reasons for your symptom may include a urinary tract infection, vaginal infection or irritation of the vulva that feels uncomfortable when you pee. You should make … read more
I always clean down there, have good hygiene but my vagina is always very sensitive to everything and it’s had an odor. I have gone to the doctor about having yeast infection and using ointment but nothing is working. Is there anything else I should be doing?
Thanks for your question and good job for seeing your doctor! It’s always a good idea to see your health care provider when something isn’t right about your body. Most … read more
Why is the area around my vagina and in between my butt cheek so dark? Is there a cure for this? Also, that area around my vagina that is darkened is very itchy. Please help.
It is natural for the skin around your vagina and anus to be a bit darker than the rest of your skin; however, it shouldn’t be itchy. Sometimes changes or … read more
Two nights ago, the area around my pubic hair really started to itch. Sometimes it is itchy on the outer labia, but mostly around the top of my pubic area. I am not sexually active, I don’t have a vaginal discharge, and I haven’t shaved my pubic hair either. But the itching is driving me mad. Please help?
The medical term for persistent itching of the vulva is “Pruritis Vulvae”. (The vulva is everything that is on the outside of a woman’s body from her pubic hair to … read more
I’ve been finding it harder to urinate recently, but my mother thinks that this is just temporary and I shouldn’t worry too much—but it’s been months. Should I see my pediatrician?
Finding it “hard” to urinate (pass urine) is not normal; however, there is treatment available. First, it’s important to find out what is causing your symptoms. Make an appointment with … read more