Question 1

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 2

what is the vagina?

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Tube to the uterus: The vagina is tube that connects the vulva (the outer part of the female genitals) to the uterus, or womb. It is between the urethra (where urine comes out) and the anus (where bowel movements come out). When someone talks about a woman having sex, they are often referring to penetration (with a penis, finger, or sex toy) of the vagina.

Question 3

vagina has a bad odor?

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Needs an evaluation: A vaginal discharge is anything coming from the vagina that is more than the scant amount of normal mucous that healthy women have. A discharge that has odor is usually an infection with germs such as bacteria, trichomonas, gonorrhea or chlamydia (discharge gets worse as infection gets worse). A woman with a discharge should see her doctor for an exam & medication. Avoid sex until after treatment.

Question 4

i have a smelly vagina?

Accepted Answer

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 5

why does my vagina hurt?

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Needcontext: There are a myriad of reasons for any particular, single symptom. We need to know the timing, setting, associated symptoms, etc, before we can even begin to give an educated guess.

Question 6

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 7

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 8

is it good to suck vagina?

Accepted Answer

Suck yes, Blow no: Never blow into the vagina with the labial lips closed as this can cause an air embolism (air in the veins which can travel to the heart and lungs causing death) and that would 'suck big time.'.

Question 9

can fleas nest on my vagina?

Accepted Answer

: 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 10

is olay good for the vagina?

Accepted Answer

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!

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