I’m having tears on my perineum and vagina almost every time I have intercourse. I am 18 years old, sexually active with one partner in the last 3-4 months, and my most recent STD screen was negative. The tears cause itching and discomfort, and I have a white area that has been present for a couple of months, which I assumed was a scar. I have tried using lubricants but still experience tearing. What could be causing this and what treatments can I try?

January 5th, 2024

I just had a LEEP procedure two days ago. Am I allowed to exercise and push-mow the (hilly) lawn? The doctor sent me home with very little info (and I was sedated). Also, I took a bath last night and then a friend told me that I shouldn’t have done that. Do I need to tell them now? I only have mild cramping. Still bleeding, though.

March 13th, 2023

I had a yeast infection, took medication, and used an insert and cream, which cleared up in about 1.5 weeks. Now, I'm experiencing constant cramping and unusual discharge, not related to my period. The cramping started on the left side and is now on the right side/general area. The discharge is white and mucus-like. I also have chronic sciatic pain and take robixicane for it. My last period was about two weeks ago, and they are sometimes irregular. I had a Pap smear four weeks ago, which was clear except for a bit of yeast. Should I see a gynecologist for these symptoms?

March 11th, 2023

I just found out I was pregnant a couple of days ago. I am only 4 weeks along and last night I experienced a little bit of light pink blood when urinating. Is this something I should be concerned about?

March 30th, 2023

I'm having early symptoms of pregnancy after having sex on May 7th. My pregnancy test is positive. I don't want to keep the pregnancy and it's about 3 weeks since conception. What do I need to do to terminate the pregnancy, and what medication can I get for this purpose?

May 1st, 2023