A 23-year-old female asked:

I want to know why i am not producing vaginal fluid when aroused. ever since we have been ttc it is as if i'm "dried up". is this a reaction to sperm?

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Dr. Usha Mukhytar
Gynecology 28 years experience
Use ky gelly or pers: Get checked for inflammation relax treat vaginitis use kyjelly or personal lubricant.
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