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Sunday, January 19, 2020
How to moisturize vagina
How to moisturize vagina
Vaginal Dryness: Causes and Moisturizing Treatments
Causes
Diagnosis
Medication
Other Products
Normally, the walls of the vagina stay lubricated with a thin layer of clear fluid. The hormone estrogen helps maintain that fluid and keeps the lining of your vagina healthy, thick, and elastic.
A drop in estrogen levels reduces the amount of moisture available. It can happen at any age from a number of different causes.
It may seem like a minor irritation. But the lack of vaginal moisture can have a huge impact on your sex life. Fortunately, several treatments are available to relieve vaginal dryness.
Causes
Vaginal dryness is common symptom of menopause -- and close to one out of every three women deals with it while going through "the change." It becomes even more common afterward. It also makes the vagina thinner and less elastic. This is called vaginal atrophy.
Estrogen levels can also drop because of:
Childbirth and breastfeeding
Radiation or chemotherapy treatment for cancer
Surgical removal of the ovaries
Anti-estrogen medications used to treat uterine fibroids or endometriosis
Other causes of vaginal dryness include:
Sjögren's syndrome (an autoimmune disorder that attacks cells in the body that produce moisture)
Allergy and cold medications
Certain antidepressants
Douching
Not enough foreplay before sex
No matter what the cause, vaginal dryness can be extremely uncomfortable. It can lead to itching, burning, and painful intercourse.
Diagnosis
Any burning, itching, or discomfort in the area is worth a call to your doctor or gynecologist. They'll ask about your past health and find out how long you've had symptoms and what seems to make them worse or better.
Your doctor will do a pelvic exam, checking your vagina for any thinning or redness. The exam will help rule out other possible causes for your discomfort, including a vaginal or urinary tract infection. The doctor may also remove cells from your vaginal wall or cervix for a Pap test.
Medication
The most common treatment for vaginal dryness due to low estrogen levels is topical estrogen therapy. These replace some of the hormone your body is no longer making. That helps relieve vaginal symptoms, but it doesn't put as much estrogen in your bloodstream as the hormone therapy you take in pills.
Most women use one of three types of vaginal estrogen:
Ring (Estring): You or your doctor inserts this soft, flexible ring into your vagina where it releases a steady stream of estrogen directly to the tissues. The ring is replaced every 3 months.
Tablet (Vagifem): You use a disposable applicator to put a tablet into your vagina once a day for the first two weeks of treatment. Then you do it twice a week until you no longer need it.
Cream (Estrace, Premarin): You use an applicator to get the cream into your vagina. You'll typically apply the cream daily for 1 to 2 weeks, then cut back to one to three times a week as directed by your doctor.
Any estrogen product can have side effects, such as vaginal bleeding and breast pain. Topical estrogen may not be recommended when you:
Have breast cancer, especially if you're taking an aromatase inhibitor
Have a history of endometrial cancer
Have vaginal bleeding but don't know why
Are pregnant or breastfeeding
There isn't much research on the long-term use of topical estrogen, but doctors believe it's safe.
Other Products
You can buy a vaginal moisturizer like glycerin-min oil-polycarbophil (Replens) at your local drugstore or supermarket.
A drug taken orally An oral drug taken once a day, ospemifeme (Osphena), makes vaginal tissue thicker and less fragile, resulting in less pain for women during sex. The FDA warns that Osphena can thicken the endometrium (the lining of the uterus) and raise the risk of stroke and blood clots.
Take your time before having sex to make sure that you're fully relaxed and aroused. Apply a water-based lubricant (Astroglide, K-Y) to help enjoy intercourse more.
Avoid using douches, bubble baths, scented soaps, and lotions around the sensitive vaginal area. These products can worsen dryness.
Friday, January 17, 2020
How to get rid of boils on vagina
How to get rid of boils on vagina
What Causes Vaginal Boils and How Are They Treated?
Why do they develop?
Vaginal boils are pus-filled, inflamed bumps that form under the skin of your vagina. These bumps can develop on the outside of the vagina, in the pubic area, or they can develop on the labia.
Vaginal boils develop when a hair follicle becomes impacted and an infection develops in the follicle. The boil may start as a small, red bump and develop over the course of a few days into a swollen, painful spot with a white or yellow pus-filled tip.
Some boils may look similar to pimples, and a correct diagnosis is key to treatment. If you have a spot on your vagina and aren’t sure if it’s a boil or the result of something else, make an appointment to see your doctor or gynecologist.
Boils are rarely cause for concern. Most will clear up on their own in a week or two. A few may need medical treatment. Treatment can help ease the pain and reduce the infection until the boil is gone. In severe cases, your doctor may lance, or cut, a boil to drain the infection.
How to treat vaginal boils at home
Most boils will go away on their own in a matter of a few days or weeks. You can help ease the symptoms and speed up the process with these home remedies.
Before you touch the boil or the area surrounding it, be sure to wash your hands well. Use an antibacterial soap and warm water. Without this step, you risk introducing more bacteria to the boil. This could make the infection worse.
Likewise, wash your hands again after you’ve completed your treatment. You don’t want to risk spreading any bacteria to other areas of your body.
1. Don’t pop or prick
Resist the temptation to pop or prick the boil. Doing so releases the bacteria and can spread the infection. You may also make the pain and tenderness worse.
2. Apply a warm compress
Soak a washcloth with water that’s slightly warmer than what you use to wash your hands or face. Squeeze out the excess water. Place the compress over the boil, and leave it there for 7 to 10 minutes.
Repeat this process three or four times a day until the boil is gone. The heat from the compress helps promote more blood circulation, so white blood cells can fight off the remaining infection.
3. Wear loose bottoms while it’s healing
One of the most common causes of a boil is tight clothing that causes friction or rubbing on the delicate pubic skin. Until the boil disappears, wear loose underwear and clothing. After workouts, change into clean, dry underwear.
4. Use an ointment
A petroleum jelly ointment can help protect the boil against friction from clothing and underwear. Likewise, if the boil bursts, use an antibiotic ointment like combined bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B (Neosporin) to protect against another infection while the spot heals.
5. Take over-the-counter painkillers
Over-the-counter pain medication may be necessary to ease the pain and inflammation the boil causes. Take ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol) according to package directions.
If these home remedies don’t help or the boil isn’t gone within two weeks, make an appointment with your gynecologist or doctor. You may need medical treatment from a doctor.
How long it takes to heal
A boil typically clears up on its own in a week or two. Some boils will shrink and disappear. Others may burst and drain first.
If the boil bursts, clean the area thoroughly, and apply a sterile gauze or adhesive bandage. Keep the area clean, and change the dressing daily. Wash your hands before and after you change the bandages too.
Having one boil doesn’t make you more likely to have another. However, some of the risk factors that lead to one boil can easily lead to another. These include:
- friction or rubbing from tight clothes
- ingrown hairs from shaving
- staph infection
If more boils develop, make an appointment with your doctor. An underlying factor may be contributing to the boils. Treating the root cause can help prevent future bumps.
When to see your doctor
Some symptoms indicate the boil may need additional treatment from a doctor. These include:
- fever
- chills or cold sweats
- a bump that grows rapidly
- a bump that’s extremely painful
- a bump that’s larger than two inches wide
- a boil on your face
- a boil that isn’t gone after two weeks
- a boil that recurs or if you develop multiple boils
Your doctor has two primary treatment options if the boil is too severe for your home remedies:
Lance and drain: If the boil is extremely painful or large, your doctor may lance or cut the bump to drain the pus and fluid. Your doctor will use sterile equipment, so don’t attempt to do this at home. Boils that have a severe infection may need to be drained more than once.
Antibiotics: Severe or recurrent infections may need antibiotics to prevent future boils. You doctor may also prescribe antibiotics after the boil is drained to prevent a secondary infection.
How to prevent future boils
Preventing boils isn’t always possible, but these tips can help you reduce your risks of future boils or other vaginal bumps:
Change your razor frequently: A dull razor can increase your risk for ingrown hairs. Change razors or blades every three to four weeks. Get some new razors online today.
Don’t share razors: The bacteria responsible for a boil is easily shared with razors. Keep your razor clean, dry, and stored away from others.
Shave in the shower or bath: Don’t dry shave your pubic area. Use a shaving lotion or cream to reduce friction on hair when you shave in the shower or a bath.
Shave in the direction of hair growth: Reduce the likelihood of an ingrown hair and shave in the direction your hair is growing.
Gently exfoliate pubic area: If you shave or wax your pubic area, reduce your chances for developing an ingrown hair by gently exfoliating the area twice a week. Exfoliating can help open any blocked hair follicles and allow hair growth.
Take all antibiotics: If your doctor prescribes antibiotics to treat your infection, complete the entire prescription. Stopping before you’ve taken all the pills may cause a reinfection.
Treat for staph: If you develop recurring boils, your doctor may take a sample of the pus from a boil and have it tested to determine what bacteria are causing the boils. Knowing that bacteria can help your doctor better treat and prevent boils. Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterium commonly found on the skin, and it can cause recurring boils, as well as other infections. If this bacterium is responsible, your doctor can specifically treat for it.
How to tighten vaginal muscles
How to tighten vaginal muscles
Is It Possible to Have a Loose Vagina?
Is it?
When it comes to the vagina, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions. Some people, for example, believe that vaginas can lose their elasticity and become loose forever. That’s not actually true, though.
Your vagina is elastic. This means it can stretch to accommodate things coming in (think: a penis or sex toy) or going out (think: a baby). But it won’t take long for your vagina to snap back to its previous shape.
Your vagina may become slightly looser as you age or have children, but overall, the muscles expand and retract just like an accordion or a rubber band.
Keep reading to learn more about where this myth comes from, how a “tight” vagina may be a sign of an underlying condition, tips to strengthen your pelvic floor, and more.
Breaking down the myth of a ‘loose vagina’
First thing’s first: There’s no such thing as a “loose” vagina. Your vagina may change over time due to age and childbirth, but it won’t lose its stretch permanently.
The myth of a “loose” vagina has historically been used as a way to shame women for their sex lives. After all, a “loose” vagina isn’t used to describe a woman who has a lot of sex with her partner. It’s primarily used to describe a woman who has had sex with more than one man.
But the truth is that it doesn’t matter who you have sex with or how often. Penetration won’t cause your vagina to stretch out permanently.
A ‘tight’ vagina isn’t necessarily a good thing
It’s important to know that a “tight” vagina may be a sign of an underlying concern, especially if you’re experiencing discomfort during penetration.
Your vaginal muscles naturally relax when you’re aroused. If you’re not turned on, interested, or physically prepared for intercourse, your vagina won’t relax, self-lubricate, and stretch.
Tight vaginal muscles, then, could make a sexual encounter painful or impossible to complete. Extreme vaginal tightness could also be a sign of vaginismus. This is a treatable physical disorder that affects 1 in every 500 women, according to the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Vaginismus is pain that happens before or during penetration. This could mean sexual intercourse, slipping in a tampon, or inserting a speculum during a pelvic exam.
If this sounds familiar, make an appointment with your OB-GYN. They can assess your symptoms and help make a diagnosis. For vaginismus, your doctor may recommend Kegels and other pelvic floor exercises, vaginal dilator therapy, or Botox injections to relax the muscles.
Your vagina will change over time
Only two things can affect your vagina’s elasticity: age and childbirth. Frequent sex — or lack thereof — won’t cause your vagina to lose any of its stretch.
Over time, childbirth and age could potentially cause a slight, natural loosening of your vagina. Women who’ve had more than one vaginal birth are more likely to have weakened vaginal muscles. However, aging can cause your vagina to stretch slightly, regardless of whether you’ve had children.
Age
You may begin to see a change in your vagina’s elasticity starting in your 40s. That’s because your estrogen levels will begin to drop as you enter the perimenopausal stage.
A loss of estrogen means your vaginal tissue will become:
- thinner
- drier
- less acidic
- less stretchy or flexible
These changes may become more noticeable once you reach full menopause.
Childbirth
It’s natural for your vagina to change after a vaginal delivery. After all, your vaginal muscles stretch in order to let your baby pass through the birth canal and out of your vagina’s entrance.
After your baby is born, you may notice that your vagina feels slightly looser than its usual form. That’s completely normal. Your vagina should start to snap back a few days after giving birth, although it may not return to its original shape completely.
If you’ve had multiple childbirths, your vaginal muscles are more likely to lose a little bit of elasticity. If you’re uncomfortable with this, there are exercises you can do to strengthen your vaginal floor muscles before, during, and after pregnancy.
How to strengthen your vaginal muscles
Pelvic exercises are a great way to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles. These muscles are part of your core and help support your:
- bladder
- rectum
- small intestine
- uterus
When your pelvic floor muscles weaken from age or childbirth, you may:
- accidentally leak urine or pass wind
- feel the constant need to pee
- have pain in your pelvic area
- experience pain during sex
Although pelvic floor exercises can help treat mild urinary incontinence, they aren’t as beneficial for women who experience severe urinary leakage. Your doctor can help you develop an appropriate treatment plan that suits your needs.
Interesting in strengthening your pelvic floor? Here are some exercises you can try:
Kegel exercises
First, you need to identify your pelvic floor muscles. To do so, stop midstream while you’re peeing. If you succeed, you figured out the right muscles.
Once you do, follow these steps:
- Pick a position for your exercises. Most people prefer lying on their back for Kegels.
- Tighten your pelvic floor muscles. Hold the contraction for 5 seconds, relaxing for another 5 seconds.
- Repeat this step at least 5 times in a row.
As you build up strength, increase the time to 10 seconds. Try not to tighten your thighs, abs, or butt during Kegels. Just focus on your pelvic floor.
For the best results, practice 3 sets of Kegels 5 to 10 times a day. You should see results within a few weeks.
Pelvic tilt exercises
To strengthen your vaginal muscles using a pelvic tilt exercise:
- Stand with your shoulders and butt against a wall. Keep both of your knees soft.
- Pull your bellybutton in toward your spine. When you do this, your back should flatten against the wall.
- Tighten your bellybutton for 4 seconds, then release.
- Do this 10 times, for up to 5 times a day.
Vaginal cones
You can also strengthen your pelvic floor muscles by using a vaginal cone. This is a weighted, tampon-sized object that you put in your vagina and hold.
To do this:
- Insert the lightest cone into your vagina.
- Squeeze your muscles. Hold it in place for about 15 minutes, twice a day.
- Increase the weight of the cone you use as you become more successful in holding the cone in place in your vagina.
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES)
NMES can help strengthen your vaginal muscles by sending an electric current through your pelvic floor using a probe. The electrical stimulation will cause your pelvic floor muscles to contract and relax.
You can use a home NMES unit or have your doctor perform the treatment. A typical session lasts 20 minutes. You should do this once every four days, for a few weeks.
The bottom line
Remember: A “loose” vagina is a myth. Age and childbirth can cause your vagina to slightly lose some of its elasticity naturally, but your vaginal muscles won’t stretch out permanently. In time, your vagina will snap back to its original form.
If you’re concerned about changes to your vagina, reach out to your doctor to discuss what’s bothering you. They can help ease your concerns and advise you on any next steps.
How to prevent razor bumps on vagina
How to prevent razor bumps on vagina
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How to Identify, Treat, and Prevent Razor Burn on Your Vaginal Area
What razor burn looks like
If you’ve recently shaved your vulva or labia — the exterior skin in the genital area — and have an unexplained itchiness, you might be dealing with razor burn. Razor burn will usually appear as a red rash. You may also develop one or more red bumps. The bumps may feel as though they’re “burning” and be tender to the touch.
These symptoms can occur anywhere that you shave — your entire bikini area, on your labia, and even in the crease of your thigh. You may have symptoms in one area of skin and not the rest, even if you shaved the entire area at the same time.
In some cases, these symptoms can also be a sign of sexually transmitted disease (STD). Keep reading for more on how to correctly diagnose razor burn, how to ease your symptoms, and how to prevent razor burn from coming back.
Is it razor burn or a sign of an STD?
Ask yourself
- Am I experiencing other symptoms, like body aches or fever?
- Does the bump have a smooth or jagged edge?
- Is the sore open or closed?
The first thing to look out for is pain — are the bumps tender to the touch? Slightly painful or sensitive bumps are usually caused by razor burn or ingrown hairs. But if you’re experiencing other symptoms — like body aches, fever, and headache — these bumps may be the result of genital herpes.
You’ll also want to determine whether the bumps are smooth or jagged. If you have a smooth, painless bump emerging from your skin, chances are it’s a simple skin tag. But if the bump is jagged, or rough like a cauliflower, it could be a genital wart.
Next, look to see if the bumps are open or closed. Razor bumps, pimples, and rashes usually cause bumps that remain closed. Bumps resulting from herpes will develop into an open sore and scab over after a few days.
If you suspect that your bumps may be the result of something other than razor burn, see your doctor. They can assess your symptoms and advise you on any next steps.
How to treat a razor burn
Treating razor burn is usually as easy as waiting out your symptoms. Unless you’re experiencing extreme discomfort, leave the area alone and let the issue resolve on its own. You should avoid shaving the affected area for a few weeks to prevent further irritation.
But if you’re dealing with extreme pain or itchiness, you may want to consider your options for treatment. Oftentimes, you can use the things you have at home to find relief.
What home remedies are available?
If you need relief fast, reach for a cool compress or apply a spot treatment. But if you have some time to kill, soaking in the bathtub may help you find long-term relief.
Try this:
Cool compress. A cool compress can help soothe irritated skin and reduce redness. Wrap a couple of ice cubes in a paper towel and apply it to the affected area for 5 to 10 minutes, several times a day.
Warm compress. A warm compress can help kill bacteria and reduce swelling. Wet a cloth or paper towel and warm it in the microwave for about 45 seconds. It should be warm, but still comfortable to the touch. Hold this to the affected area for 5 to 10 minutes at a time. Reheat and reapply as needed.
Honey. Raw honey has long been known for its antibacterial properties. It can also help reduce swelling and irritation. Apply a thin layer of honey to the irritated area, and allow it to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before washing it off with lukewarm water.
Cotton and other loose fabrics. If you’re wearing skinny jeans or other tight bottoms, change into something more comfortable. Cotton breathes better than most fabrics, reducing sweat and other irritation. Looser bottoms can also help the area breathe and reduce friction.
Oatmeal bath. Colloidal oatmeal has been used to soothe itching and relieve irritation for centuries. That’s because it contains phenols, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help soothe, cleanse, and moisturize the skin. To reap these benefits, soak in a colloidal oatmeal bath once daily for at least 15 minutes.
What natural remedies are available?
If home remedies aren’t doing the trick, you may want to hit up your kitchen cabinet or corner store. Although more research is needed, these natural remedies are said to help ease irritation.
Try this:
Apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar has anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce the irritation that comes with razor burn. It also contains acetic acid, which can help prevent infection. To use it, wet a cotton ball with the vinegar and place on the irritated area a few times a day.
Aloe vera. Aloe vera is a traditional remedy for soothing irritated skin . Apply a fresh cut of aloe vera or aloe vera gel to the affected area as needed. If you use a gel, make sure it’s free of fragrance and artificial coloring.
Witch hazel. Witch hazel is a natural antiseptic with anti-inflammatory properties. To use it, wet a cotton ball with the astringent and place on the irritated area a few times a day.
Tea tree oil. Tea tree oil is a natural antibacterial agent with anti-inflammatory properties. To use it, wet a cotton ball with the oil and place on the irritated area a few times a day.
What over-the-counter (OTC) medications are available?
Over-the-counter medications can also help with razor burn. They usually come in the form of topical creams. Look for one that contains hydrocortisone, which works to reduce swelling and calm skin redness.
How to shave to avoid a razor burn
You shouldn’t shave the affected area again until your symptoms have cleared.
Once the area has healed, there are a number of steps you can take to make sure you don’t experience another episode of razor burn.
To get a razor burn-free shave:
- Trim the area. This prevents hairs from snagging and getting caught in the razor. Use a sterilized pair of baby scissors to cut hair down to a quarter-inch.
- Get in the shower. The hot steam will soften the hair follicles and make for a softer, smoother shave.
- Exfoliate. This helps remove dead skin cells, bringing ingrown hairs to the surface. You can use a body brush to exfoliate in the shower, or add a salicylic acid-based exfoliant to your routine.
- Lather up. Wash with a fragrance-free antibacterial wash so that if you accidentally cut yourself, you’re already working to prevent an infection and irritation.
- Use a shaving product. Use a shaving cream with soothing ingredients, like aloe vera, to help prevent both irritation.
- Shave in the right direction. Shaving with the grain, or in the direction of hair growth, can help prevent razor burn. To get an even closer chave, pull skin taut with one hand while shaving with the other. Work in small sections, using short strokes, and shave slowly.
- Pat dry. After you get out of the shower, pat the area dry. Pulling and tugging the skin can lead to irritation.
- Moisturize. This can help create a protective barrier and prevent the area from drying out. You can use something as simple as Aquaphor, or opt for special rash-reducing creams.
You’ll also want to rinse and replace your razor regularly. This will help prevent the blades from getting dull and irritating your skin when you shave.
The bottom line
Razor burn is a common condition, but it can be stressful if you aren’t sure about what’s going on down below. Pay close attention to your symptoms, and check in with your doctor if you’re experiencing anything unusual. Razor burn usually clears up in a few days, so if your symptoms persist, have your doctor take a look.
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Titan gel how to apply
Titan gel how to apply
How to Use Titan Gel in Real Life
What is Titan Gel?
Titan gel is such a useful item for men to use on penis. It is for mainly for those people who are suffering from Erectile Dysfunction. Using this gel is very useful to treat ED and it is a painless and non-surgical method. This titan gel is a safe herbal product that is made of Strawberry fruit and Verbena. It helps to penis growth and also increases libido. This is one of the most intimate crimes for all the men who want to have a healthy sex life.
How to apply Titan Gel
Titan gel is a helpful item that helps to increase the girth and size of the penis. If you want to see the effect of this gel then you need to use it for at least 20 days. After using this gel for a month, you can see the result which is your penis size will increase up to 6–8 cm. The great thing of using this gel, it will improve the blood flow to the penis and it is so important for penis enlargement. The special enzymes of this “Titan Gel” create a good effect on penis tissues.
Here, we will tell the instructions of using this gel. If you properly maintain the steps then you can get the result from it.
So, maintain these following steps:
- Before starting the exercise, lubricate your penis by using the “Titan Gel”.
- Stroke your penis with a very light movement. This is the best process for blood circulation in your penis.
- Hold your penis by the base and repeat to stroke your penis with the light movement. Must remember, you need to do this in one direction. When you do it, you will get a hard erection and it is normal to feel.
- After continuing for more than 10–15 minutes, you need to add more Titan Gel.
- After finishing the entire process, wash your penis with warm water for pumping blood circulation properly.
Some Purposes of Titan Gel
Here are some of the purposes of Titan Gel listed below:
- It helps to increase penis girth and length.
- This product can boost up your sex drive.
- It comes with discreet packaging.
- It also helps you to increase your sex stamina.
Does Titan Gel have side effects?
Because of made with so many healthy ingredients, there are no side effects of using this Titan Gel. But there are some disadvantages to this gel which are :
- It can be exaggerated.
- You can find so many fake products available on the market.
- Need extra effort for daily exercise.
Final Thoughts
“Titan Gel” is really an awesome product for male which helps to have a healthy sex life. But it is so important for the male to know the using process of this gel in real life so that they can have a good result from it. That’s why we discuss here this Titan Gel and using the process of it. Hope, you guys get all the information from this article.
If you want to learn more about Titan Gel please visit TITANICGEL.COM
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