Question 1

what does it mean if i have something called a septate vagina?

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Anatomic  Variation: Women  with a septate  vagina were  born  with  a   wall or  band of  tissue which  divides  the   vagina  vertically  or  horizontally.  These  septum  develop  before  birth and  may  but not always  require surgical removal  for  childbirth or  sexual activity.

Question 2

my vagina hurts.

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Pain with urination : More information is needed -see a doctor in person. Sounds like a  possible bladder infection, STD, vaginosis. or yeast infection. There are several other possible issues this can be.

Question 3

i have a smelly vagina?

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May be infection: Infection, particularly bacterial vaginosis, is the most common cause of foul-smelling vaginal discharge. Normal discharge is clear or white, and may have a slight odor but usually doesn't smell. Poor hygiene, as in other parts of the body, can be a culprit too-it's best to wash the external area w/ mild soap and water during your shower, and never douche! if the smell bothers you, see your dr.

Question 4

how to clean your vagina?

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Self-cleaning: Your vagina doesn't need much in the way of cleaning, it's designed to table care of itself. Water, a soft washcloth, & maybe some gentle soap is all you need. Too much scrubbing or harsh chemicals create more problems than they solve, & douching destroys the natural balance & protection.

Question 5

why is the vagina acidic?

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Lactobacilli: Lactobacilli are the bacteria found in a health vagina. They cause the pH of the vagina to be around 3.0 to 4.5,  i.e., cause it to be on the acidic side. A pH above 4.5, which can be measured with a simple test strip, typically indicates the presence of bacterial vaginosis, trichomonas, or yeast.

Question 6

can fleas nest on my vagina?

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: Fleas are host specific parasites. They need animal blood, not human blood to survive. They often bite humans when their desired host is not around, but they will not survive for more than a day or so. I would not worry about them nesting on or in your vagina.

Question 7

is olay good for the vagina?

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No.: Oil of olay is designed for external usage only.  If you have shaved and require a moisturizer of some sort, you can apply externally but not inside the vagina. Depending on your age, you may experience occasional dryness which can be alleviated by certain prescription medication, but please see you doctor first to discuss. I hope this helps. Good luck!

Question 8

what could cause vagina pain?

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Several things: Vaginal pain can be caused by infections (vaginal or pelvic), ovarian growth/cyst, injury and a host of others. The vagina is a distensible potential space that can even produce pain during extraordinary expansion such as childbirth or sexual activity.

Question 9

how to reduce vagina  wetness?

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GYN: First- make sure that the "wetness" is nothing more than normal female sexual mucous- some women secrete more than others. Second- get checked by your gyn for infection.
I would advise the use of vaginal pads instead of tampons and strongly urge the need for a pelvic exam.

Question 10

what causes cuts on the vagina?

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Several things: I would schedule a visitt for an exam and testing. Here are a few things to ask about.  Herpes is a common infection that can appear like cuts. Yeast can cause cracks in the tissue that could be confused with cuts. Scratching can cause actual cuts. Trauma during intercourse can too.

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